The Application of Biblical Instances to Lives (Essay Sample)

The Application of Biblical Instances to Lives

The biblical understanding of various instances in the physical setting, such as nature, culture, geography, customs, and archaeology, helps us better understand the application of biblical instances to lives. Understanding the physical setting of the biblical instances improves the understanding of the Bible and helps us discover intentions and the background of the biblical instances. Some of the significant examples presented by Professors Garcia and Notley related to physical setting instances include the story of:
* The archaeological and architectural design of the Israelite house. Israelite's houses were uniquely designed where the backrooms were used as sleeping rooms, and the immediate room in the entrance was an animal pen. Jephthah made a vow to God and said that if God gives him victory over ammonites, whoever comes from his door will offer it as a burnt sacrifice (Lockwood and PETER,214). Jephthah expected an animal would be forth from the door to meet.
* The geographical position of the Herod temple in Jerusalem. The Jerusalem temple was strategically positioned in the center, where many people could access it. Professor Garcia outlined that, during Pentecost, people assembled in the upper room from the larger part of Israel so they could receive the holy spirit.