The Negev Desert dominates the southern half of the land of Israel, covering over 6,000 square miles. Temperatures in the land of Israel fluctuate between 82.4 degrees Fahrenheit in the hottest months of August to 41 degrees Fahrenheit during January, the country’s coldest month. The climate does vary significantly from region to region due to elevation, precipitation, and other natural phenomena. Most of the land contains a climate similar to that of the Mediterranean region, experiencing hot, lengthy summers and cool, short winter seasons. Ranging from mountain to deserts to fertile valleys, the entire land of Israel takes up less space than Lake Michigan in the Unites States of America. Situated atop part of the Syrian-African rift, the land of Israel features a wide variety of natural landscapes within a relatively small geographic location. In today's graphic (above and below) and excerpt you will see how The Most Significant People, Places, and Events in the Bible brings vivid clarity to the overarching story of Scripture, helping people you're teaching or ministering to gain a greater understanding and appreciation for God's Word. If you haven't already yet, check out last week's entry on Joseph! Today we are highlighting one of those location sketches: the Land of Israel.

QuickLook Bible Events-tracing the main happenings in the Bible’s vast and interconnected history.

QuickScan Bible Places-descriptions of key geographical locations and buildings in the Bible.

QuickGlance Bible Characters-revealing the highs and lows of central Bible figures’ lives.

QuickView Summaries-outlines of Bible books and sections.

In under 200 pages it presents dozens of infographic snapshots that visually communicate key stories and biblical insights in an informative and understandable way through: This visual guide to the Bible makes it accessible and memorable for students, laypeople, and anyone curious to know more about God’s Word.

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Timeline of bible books infographic