The Lion Handbook to the Bible
6th Edition
Revised and expanded edition of the three-million-copy bestselling book about the Bible: what it is, who wrote it, and how to read, understand and enjoy it.
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9781739417819-grouped
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Pat Alexander (Author)
Pat Alexander is co-founder and former editorial director of Lion Publishing. She is also the compiler and author of many books ranging from thebest-selling Lion Handbook to the Bible to The Lion First Bible. Pat lives in Oxford where she is actively involved in local church and community life.
Philip Law (In-House Editor)
Philip Law is Publishing Director for SPCK and Lion Books. His previous books include The One Hour Bible (SPCK, 2018), A Time to Pray: 365 classic prayers to help you through the year (Lion, 2002) and The SPCK Book of Christian Prayer (SPCK/Crossroad, 1995/ 2009). He is also a contributor to the 6th edition of The Lion Handbook to the Bible (Lion, 2025).
Pat Alexander is co-founder and former editorial director of Lion Publishing. She is also the compiler and author of many books ranging from thebest-selling Lion Handbook to the Bible to The Lion First Bible. Pat lives in Oxford where she is actively involved in local church and community life.
Philip Law (In-House Editor)
Philip Law is Publishing Director for SPCK and Lion Books. His previous books include The One Hour Bible (SPCK, 2018), A Time to Pray: 365 classic prayers to help you through the year (Lion, 2002) and The SPCK Book of Christian Prayer (SPCK/Crossroad, 1995/ 2009). He is also a contributor to the 6th edition of The Lion Handbook to the Bible (Lion, 2025).
"For those wanting to go behind the scenes and understand the cultural settings of the Bible this is a must."
"The best single volume introduction to the Bible."
"My go-to introduction for preaching and teaching but also to browse in a relaxed way among its many gems."
"Attractive and authoritative: a marvellous combination."
"The best commentary ever."
About
"The best book to have next to your Bible - now better than ever."
With over three million copies sold and translations into more than 30 languages, the Lion Handbook to the Bible has earned an unrivalled reputation as the most readable, reliable, and richly illustrated companion to Scripture.
Continuously in print since 1973, it remains the essential guide for anyone eager to deepen their understanding of the Bible's message, history, and relevance today.
In this completely redesigned 6th edition, you'll discover:
* A clear, section-by-section guide to all the books of the Bible, with helpful notes on key words and concepts.
* Over 120 articles by leading international scholars - including N. T. Wright, Esau McCaulley, Nancy Guthrie, Michael F. Bird, Daniel Block, David A. DeSilva, and Jane Williams - offering insight into themes such as the Historical Jesus, slavery, exile, faith, and prayer.
* More than 700 color photographs and illustrations, including 100+ new images that vividly bring the world of the Bible to life.
* Over 100 maps, charts, and timelines, helping you trace the people, places, and empires that shaped biblical history.
* A fascinating overview of how the Bible came to us, plus a comprehensive Rapid Fact Finder with concise information, references, and Bible verses.
Covering everything from the design of the Jerusalem temple, the worship and witness of the early church, to the everyday lives of biblical figures and the larger story of God's work in history, this handbook illuminates the Bible with clarity, depth, and beauty.
Accessible, authoritative, and visually stunning, the Lion Handbook to the Bible remains the indispensable companion for every Bible reader.
With over three million copies sold and translations into more than 30 languages, the Lion Handbook to the Bible has earned an unrivalled reputation as the most readable, reliable, and richly illustrated companion to Scripture.
Continuously in print since 1973, it remains the essential guide for anyone eager to deepen their understanding of the Bible's message, history, and relevance today.
In this completely redesigned 6th edition, you'll discover:
* A clear, section-by-section guide to all the books of the Bible, with helpful notes on key words and concepts.
* Over 120 articles by leading international scholars - including N. T. Wright, Esau McCaulley, Nancy Guthrie, Michael F. Bird, Daniel Block, David A. DeSilva, and Jane Williams - offering insight into themes such as the Historical Jesus, slavery, exile, faith, and prayer.
* More than 700 color photographs and illustrations, including 100+ new images that vividly bring the world of the Bible to life.
* Over 100 maps, charts, and timelines, helping you trace the people, places, and empires that shaped biblical history.
* A fascinating overview of how the Bible came to us, plus a comprehensive Rapid Fact Finder with concise information, references, and Bible verses.
Covering everything from the design of the Jerusalem temple, the worship and witness of the early church, to the everyday lives of biblical figures and the larger story of God's work in history, this handbook illuminates the Bible with clarity, depth, and beauty.
Accessible, authoritative, and visually stunning, the Lion Handbook to the Bible remains the indispensable companion for every Bible reader.
Author
Pat Alexander (Author)
Pat Alexander is co-founder and former editorial director of Lion Publishing. She is also the compiler and author of many books ranging from thebest-selling Lion Handbook to the Bible to The Lion First Bible. Pat lives in Oxford where she is actively involved in local church and community life.
Philip Law (In-House Editor)
Philip Law is Publishing Director for SPCK and Lion Books. His previous books include The One Hour Bible (SPCK, 2018), A Time to Pray: 365 classic prayers to help you through the year (Lion, 2002) and The SPCK Book of Christian Prayer (SPCK/Crossroad, 1995/ 2009). He is also a contributor to the 6th edition of The Lion Handbook to the Bible (Lion, 2025).
Pat Alexander is co-founder and former editorial director of Lion Publishing. She is also the compiler and author of many books ranging from thebest-selling Lion Handbook to the Bible to The Lion First Bible. Pat lives in Oxford where she is actively involved in local church and community life.
Philip Law (In-House Editor)
Philip Law is Publishing Director for SPCK and Lion Books. His previous books include The One Hour Bible (SPCK, 2018), A Time to Pray: 365 classic prayers to help you through the year (Lion, 2002) and The SPCK Book of Christian Prayer (SPCK/Crossroad, 1995/ 2009). He is also a contributor to the 6th edition of The Lion Handbook to the Bible (Lion, 2025).
Reviews
"For those wanting to go behind the scenes and understand the cultural settings of the Bible this is a must."
"The best single volume introduction to the Bible."
"My go-to introduction for preaching and teaching but also to browse in a relaxed way among its many gems."
"Attractive and authoritative: a marvellous combination."
"The best commentary ever."
Diaries and Lectionaries
We are proud to offer our own range of lectionaries, diaries and notebooks that come in a variety of colours and patterns!
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With over three million copies sold and translations into more than 30 languages, the Lion Handbook to the Bible has earned an unrivalled reputation as the most readable, reliable, and richly illustrated companion to Scripture.
Continuously in print since 1973, it remains the essential guide for anyone eager to deepen their understanding of the Bible's message, history, and relevance today.
In this completely redesigned 6th edition, you'll discover:
* A clear, section-by-section guide to all the books of the Bible, with helpful notes on key words and concepts.
* Over 120 articles by leading international scholars - including N. T. Wright, Esau McCaulley, Nancy Guthrie, Michael F. Bird, Daniel Block, David A. DeSilva, and Jane Williams - offering insight into themes such as the Historical Jesus, slavery, exile, faith, and prayer.
* More than 700 color photographs and illustrations, including 100+ new images that vividly bring the world of the Bible to life.
* Over 100 maps, charts, and timelines, helping you trace the people, places, and empires that shaped biblical history.
* A fascinating overview of how the Bible came to us, plus a comprehensive Rapid Fact Finder with concise information, references, and Bible verses.
Covering everything from the design of the Jerusalem temple, the worship and witness of the early church, to the everyday lives of biblical figures and the larger story of God's work in history, this handbook illuminates the Bible with clarity, depth, and beauty.
Accessible, authoritative, and visually stunning, the Lion Handbook to the Bible remains the indispensable companion for every Bible reader.