1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary)
Bill T. Arnold
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at 250 WPM11h 28m
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1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary)
Published
February 1, 2003
Publisher
Zondervan
Pages
688
ISBN-13
9780310210863
ISBN-10
0310210860
Description
Why do the books of Samuel pack such broad appeal? Taken together as a single narrative, they certainly offer something for everyone: kings and prophets, great battles and greater heroes, action and romance, loyalty and betrayal, the mundane and the miraculous. In Samuel, we meet Saul, David, Goliath, Jonathan, Bathsheba, the witch of Endor, and other unforgettable characters. And we encounter ourselves. For while the culture and conditions of Israel under its first kings is vastly different from our own, the basic issues of humans in relation to God, the Great King, have not changed. Sin, repentance, forgiveness, adversity, prayer, faith, and the promises of God -- these continue to play out in our lives today. Exploring the links between the Bible and our own times, Bill T. Arnold shares perspectives on 1 and 2 Samuel that reveal ageless truths for our twenty-first-century lives. Most Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from our world to the world of the Bible. But they leave us there, assuming that we can somehow make the return journey on our own. They focus on the original meaning of the passage but don’t discuss its contemporary application. The information they offer is valuable -- but the job is only half done! The NIV Application Commentary Series helps bring both halves of the interpretive task together. This unique, award-winning series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into our postmodern context. It explains not only what the Bible meant but also how it speaks powerfully today. - Publisher.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in 1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary)?
This edition of 1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary) has approximately 688 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read 1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary)?
For most readers, 1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary) typically takes between 14h 20m and 9h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 172,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 11h 28m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 23 days • Estimated word count: 172,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of 1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary)?
The estimated word count for 1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary) is approximately 172,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of 1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary)?
1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary) was written by Bill T. Arnold.
When was 1 & 2 Samuel (NIV Application Commentary) published?
The publication date for this specific edition is February 1, 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.