Assignment Instructions: After reading Genesis 11:27-13:18, identify and write d

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Assignment Instructions: After reading Genesis 11:27-13:18, identify and write down all the specific locations mentioned in the text. 1.)Create a document or a presentation that identifies the locations in the text on a map. 2.) In one page or less, describe the people groups listed from the Mesopotamiam Valley as well as the Syria-Palestine region. 3.)Connect these people groups to the places on the map. Introduction and Alignment The cultures and geography of the Near East are important to understanding the Old Testament. The setting of the stories of the Patriarchs is a good place to start when trying to understand them. Too often students of Scripture don’t really view the stories with actual historical places in mind. While we know the Bible is not intended to be solely a history book, it’s story does place in a specific context that’s important to explore. This assignment will enable you to have a good grasp of the geographical setting of the Old Testament. By exploring the maps of the Ancient Near East and Canaan during the times of the patriarchs, you will learn more about the historical and geographical settings of the stories you read in the Old Testament. Upon completion of this assignment, you should be able to: Identify the cultures and geographical settings of the Old Testament. Resources: 1.) READ: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis+11%3A27-13%3A18&version=NIV 2.) REVIEW MAP EXAMPLE: https://bcresources.net/2111210-gen1100-2500-ane-abr-map-bcrx/ 3.) READ CHAPTER 3 IN THE TEXTBOOK: ( DISCOVERING the Bible BY ROBERT D BRANSON)

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