ECPA Medallion of Excellence Winner—Cartography and Geographic Information Society (CaGIS) Annual Map Design Competition The Bible is a Story. Do you know its setting? Everything in the Bible has meaning, including its geography. Discover new insights about the biblical and historical sites, culture, and landscapes. God chose a certain land in a particular place. Many Bible passages involve journeys, wars, or other events in unfamiliar places in ancient times. The geographical context is important to understanding these passages. More than just maps, The Moody Bible Atlas reveals the geographical and historical context of the biblical story. Marvel at God’s provision by journeying with Israel in the wilderness. Size up their enemies by studying portraits of the Egyptians, Canaanites, Assyrians, and others. View maps and pictures of the places Jesus walked. See Paul’s evangelistic zeal by learning the scope of his missionary journeys. Updates reflect the latest advances in biblical scholarship, linguistics, and archeology. Award-winning maps, new research, and additional commentary make this updated work an indispensable resource for sermon preparation, lessons, and personal Bible study. Key features include: 119 full-color maps of Canaan, the Mediterranean, the Near East, Sinai, Turkey, and more - Over 100 all-new color photos of various locations and artifacts - Comprehensive survey of every location in the Bible— from Eden to Jerusalem to Rome - Distinctive theological discussion of Bible geography - 800+ endnotes for in-depth study - A general reading list for continued research - A Map Citation Index, General Index, and Scripture Citation Index “ The Moody Bible Atlas by Barry Beitzel is an astonishingly rich resource for any student of the Bible. It is packed with clear and helpful maps, accurate and readable descriptions of the various lands that play a role in the Bible, and thorough and sensible discussions about debated issues. The reader is provided not only with detailed geographical information, but with a wonderful outline of the story of the Bible.” — Douglas J. Moo, PhD Professor Emeritus of New Testament, Wheaton College “This revision of Barry Beitzel’s earlier volume preserves its strengths while offering numerous improvements: additional maps with improved labeling and graphic features, subject headings, updated discussions of controversial matters, and new material. This useable and practical atlas offers just the right amount of information to enable the reader to comprehend that time and space context is essential to biblical interpretation.” — John N. Oswalt, PhD Visiting Distinguished Professor of Old Testament, Asbury Theological Seminary “The Bible describes God who acts in history, in space, and time. The Moody Bible Atlas is the best resource I know to acquaint readers of the Bible with the space of God’s acts. Beitzel’s writing is interesting and clear, and the maps and illustrations are outstanding. Every reader of the Bible should have this book.” — Tremper Longman III, PhD , Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies; Distinguished Scholar of Biblical Studies, Westmont College “This is easily the best Bible atlas on the market today. Chapter 1 alone is worth the purchase price. Beitzel writes with an intimate knowledge and awareness that can only come from a seasoned scholar who has spent his professional life living in and walking through the lands he describes. And he does so through the eyes of faith. His cogent writing style, up-to-date scholarship, and excellent maps help the reader navigate the various literary, historical, geographical, and archaeological connections to better contextualize and interpret the Scriptures.” — Robert A. Mullins, PhD , Professor of Biblical Studies, Azusa Pacific University “ The Moody Bible Atlas has always been my go-to atlas for biblical studies and research. With its excellent color maps and photos, clear text, and helpful indexes, it is designed for use by all students of the Bible, including laypeople, pastors, teachers, and scholars. I especially appreciate the author’s commitment to a high view of Scripture as expressed in the preface to the third edition: 'words from God have been revealed in real time about real people in real places.' The Moody Bible Atlas informs those times, people, and places far better than any other atlas.” — Bryant G. Wood, PhD , Director of Research, Associates for Biblical Research, biblearchaeology.org “It is hard to imagine anyone more qualified than Dr. Barry Beitzel to write a Bible atlas. For over fifty years he has been at the forefront of the study of biblical history and geography. For nearly forty years, the Moody Atlas of Bible Lands has been one of my constant companions, not only because of the obvious expertise and detail in the maps, but also the rich background commentary provided that is immensely helpful for the scholar and layperson alike. This updated edition will no d