The Bible has been the most discussed and scrutinized text in human history. Here we are, still obsessed with it... The Bible: Ancient Context and Ongoing Community serves as a guide to anyone hoping to understand the Bible's ancient context and its role for ongoing communities of readers. This book puts the Bible's two identities--an ancient document revered by billions of contemporary readers--into conversation with one another. Written for an introductory Bible course at the college level, The Bible: Ancient Context and Ongoing Community is designed for anyone looking for a deeper engagement with the Christian Bible.