Scripture from Scratch, No. II

Scripture From Scratch II: The World of the Bibleis organized into eight programs: Geography in the Hebrew Scriptures; Religious Concepts in the Hebrew Scriptures; the History of the Hebrew People; What Archaeology Can Tell Us; Religious Life in Jesus' Day; The Political Situation in First-Century Judea; Daily Life in First-Century Judea; Jesus in His Own Times. This study guide, which will help you absorb and remember the abundance of material contained in the video programs, provides the following materials for each program: Program Outlinepresents key ideas and information and provides space for your notes. Reviewoffers an opportunity to review the information from each program. For Discussionasks you to write any questions you may have as a basis for small-group discussion and offers other topics. Follow-Up Activitiessuggests reading and activities for further study. The study guide also looks at the Catholic approach to Scripture, describes the facilitator's job and offers tips for presenting the programs to groups. The guide concludes with an up-to-date bibliography.