The Epic of Eden Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video, Updated Edition: Understanding the Old Testament as Your Story - Softcover

Richter PhD, Sandra L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0310179246 ISBN 13: 9780310179245

Publisher: HarperChristian Resources, 2026

Synopsis

Have you ever read the Old Testament and felt completely lost?

For many Christians, the Old Testament feels like a really messy closet-crammed full of random names, dates, and places that seem impossible to piece together and even harder to use. Add in the massive cultural barrier between our modern world and ancient Israel, and it is no wonder we struggle to connect.

But what if you had an expert to help you sort it all out?

In The Epic of Eden Bible Study, biblical scholar, university and seminary professor Dr. Sandra Richter provides a clear, practical framework to transform the way you read your Bible. You will step past modern cultural assumptions and discover the very real people of the ancient text. Dr. Richter acts as your expert tour guide, helping you organize the scattered pieces of biblical history into a clear, unified story of redemption.

You will learn how to:

• Cross the Great Barrier of history, geography, and culture that separates us from them.
• Understand Israel's tribal society to unlock complex biblical narratives.
• Finally claim the Old Testament as your own powerful, personal story.

Experience the real people, real places, and real faith of your Old Testament as the truth of your spiritual heritage comes alive in a whole new way. Start your journey today!

This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including:

• The study guide itself—with discussion and reflection questions, video notes, and a leader's guide.
• An individual access code to stream all video sessions online. (You don't need to buy a DVD!)

Streaming video access included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2031. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.

About this title

About the Author

Sandra Richter is the Robert H. Gundry Chair of Biblical Studies at Westmont College. Sandy has a heart for the Church and bringing high scholarship to the body with accessible, exciting, and engaging teaching. She is best known for her book, The Epic of Eden: A Christian Entry into the Old Testament, and its associated Bible studies: Epic of Eden, Isaiah, Jonah, Ruth, and Psalms.

Because of her passion for the real people and places of the biblical narrative, she has spent many years directing Israel Studies programs that focus on historical geography and field archaeology. She earned her PhD from Harvard University in Hebrew Bible and her MA in Theological Studies from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She has taught at Asbury Theological Seminary, Wesley Biblical Seminary, and Wheaton College.

Edition details

• Publisher: HarperChristian Resources
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0310179246
• ISBN 13: 9780310179245
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320