North Star Baptist: "It is delightfully illustrated, vital and scholarly; well in dexed and prolifically documented. Having the New Testament scene as its subject, this perhaps has an interest advantage over the books that deal with Old Testament or academic archaeology, yet it seems to breathe, over and above, an atmosphere of personal contact with the sights and situations of the days of Jesus and the early church. This heightens its homiletical value and commends it urgently to preachers and teachers as a wealthy source of background and illustrative material."

Arkansas Baptist: "Unlike Old Testament archaeological research, New Testa ment archaeology, concerns itself with a much shorter period of time one century instead of several centuries and with small groups of individuals, rather than a whole nation (Israel). Dr. Unger bases his study on the premise that the New Testa-ment is the capstone and consummation of Old Testament revelation and insepar ably connected with the Old Testament, recording God's full and final sinful men." ge for

The Telescope Messenger: "Includes bibliography and a good general index. After an illuminating chapter on the role of archaeology itself in Biblical research and study, the balance of the book consists of valuable and usable reference materials for the Bible student and teacher."

The Standard: "Dr. Unger has done a commendable piece of research in bring-ing new archaeological evidences to support and illuminate the New Testament period. Up-to-date facts from Dead Sea Scroll investigation makes this a valuable volume for both pastor and teacher. Interesting and informative photos and sketches help the reader visualize the material."

Concordia Publishing House: "This is a fine contribution which is worthy of a wide circulation, Drawing on a vast array of resources, Dr. Unger provides much information on the total background of New Testament sites and events which will help to make the study of the Word much more meaningful for the reader."

The Baptist Record: "A fascinating and exciting record of what the archaeolo gist's spade and research have done to authenticate, explain and enrich the meaning of the New Testament narrative. The reader has a new concept of the land where Jesus lived and the places where the Gospel spread. He sees the proofs that reveal the accuracy of the New Testament as a divine revelation. Ancient scrolls and other discoveries show how that God has preserved His Word. The author presents his material with skill and reverence. There are numerous drawings and photographs,

with attractively colored maps."