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To get the most out of this resource during your personal study or sermon preparation, consider using a structured approach:
It explains ancient customs, legal codes, religious practices, and social structures.
Unlike traditional theological commentaries that explain doctrine or provide sermon outlines, the IVP Background Commentary focuses strictly on the ancient world. It bridges the 2,000-to-4,000-year gap between modern readers and the original ancient Near Eastern audience. Key Features of the Commentary
Note any elements in the text that seem foreign, such as specific rituals, legal transactions (e.g., taking off a sandal in Ruth), or unique idioms.
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