Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 2: 1 Samuel-Esther

By: Barry J. Beitzel

Study the land in which the stories of 1 Samuel-Esther took place.Learn how geographic and cultural factors can provide theological insightsVisualize the promised land through full-color maps and photos

David ruled a kingdom with discernible borders. Solomon married the daughter of a real, historical Pharoah. When we understand the geographic and cultural features of the Bible, we experience its stories with fresh eyes.

See where David fled during his decade of being pursued by SaulLearn how Samuel's judging circuit aligns with archaeological evidenceIdentify Solomon's Egyptian father-in-lawUnderstand the geographical and cultural import of genealogies in 1 Chronicles 1-9

Written by a team of experts on biblical geography and culture, the Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 2, is a guide to the biblical world of 1 Samuel through Esther. Each article addresses a particular story, event, or subject in 1-2 Samuel, 1-2 Kings, 1-2 Chronicles, or Esther, with full-color maps and photos providing deeper layers of context. Historical and cultural insights give readers a richer understanding of the biblical story.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1683598105
• ISBN13: 9781683598107
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Lexham Press
• Length: 744 Pages