Following Joshua's conquest to the time of the judges · Study the land in which the stories of Joshua, Judges, and Ruth took place · Learn how geographic and cultural factors can provide theological insights · Visualize the promised land through full-color maps and photos Joshua led Israel to conquer a real historic land, and the judges delivered Israel from real historic enemies. When we understand geographic and cultural features of the Bible, we experience its stories with fresh eyes.  · Why did Joshua attack the cities he did? · Why are Dan and Beersheba so regularly paired? · What is the significance of Samson's battles in the Shephelah? Written by a team of experts on biblical geography and culture, the Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1, is a guide to the world of Israel in the promised land. Each article addresses a particular story, event, or subject in Judges through Ruth, with full-color maps and photos providing deeper layers of context. Historical and cultural insights give readers a richer understanding of the biblical story.