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 Lost Treasures of the Bible: Understanding the Bible Through Archaeological Artifacts in World Museums Clyde E. Fant and Mitchell G. Reddish 
 Description From The Publisher: Lost Treasures of the Bible contains detailed descriptions and photographs of biblically significant archaeological objects housed in over twenty-five museums worldwide. This selection of more than one hundred artifacts many of them relatively unknown illuminates the history, culture, and practices of the biblical world as a whole. Each entry also outlines that particular objects relevance for understanding the Bible. To assemble this amazing collection, Clyde Fant and Mitchell Reddish themselves traveled to each of these museums throughout the world. Their photographs, descriptions, and histories of the various artifacts enable readers to appreciate these significant objects to an extent not usually enjoyed by even the most experienced museum visitors. For travelers visiting such famous museums as the Louvre in Paris, the British Museum, or the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, this volume will be an indispensable companion. Each artifact is located not only as to its museum site but also by its specific identification number, which is particularly valuable for smaller and lesser-known objects true lost treasures. Fant and Reddishs Lost Treasures of the Bible will serve as an informative, accessible guide to globe-trotters and armchair travelers alike. Reviews  Reader's Index Send us your favorite quotes or passages from this book. About the Authors Clyde E. Fant is Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies at Stetson University, DeLand, Florida. Mitchell.G. Reddish is O.L. Walker Professor of Christian Studies and Chair of the Department of Religious Studies at Stetson University. Table of Contents
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