Author: James S. Bell, Jr. Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1101198699 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 607
Book Description
You're no idiot, of course. You know what the Book of Genesis is, or at least that it is about Adam, Eve, and an apple. But when it comes to sitting down and understanding the full significance of the Bible, you feel as helpless as Noah without an Ark. Don't try swimming for shore just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Bible offers accessible summaries and interpretations of everything you'll find in the Bible, from "In the beginning" to the last "Amen." You'll learn all about patriarchs and matriarchs, kings and kingdoms, prophets and losses, and the good news of Jesus Christ.
Author: Donald P. Ryan Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 9780028638317 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 364
Book Description
Provides insight into biblical stories, miracles, and figures through historical context and scholarship, and explores the present controversies over lost texts, creationism, and archaeological findings.
Author: Joshua Cole Publisher: iUniverse ISBN: 1469717638 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 340
Book Description
Book One: The Idiots Bible Follow the humorous train of thought, repressed childhood memories, and embarrassing stories of a shy, quiet, weird, comic book-loving kid as he tries to get a date in high school, never attaining his goal. Book Two (The New Testament) The Other Side: My Life in Tucson After studying two years at Northwestern University, a small, private school outside of Chicago, the same goofy kid, now obsessed with playing water polo, listening to classic rock music and watching hockey, goes on a three-month orgy at the state-school University of Arizona, in Tucson. His main objectives are to drink, smoke, trip and get laid. He never expects what would happen, as he retells his crazy, wild stories and learns about life, love and friendship. Excerpt: I gave up a possible threesome in the desert to go to my fraternity formal with a girl who had a boyfriend at the beginning of the night. The night before, I blacked out and beat up a ping pong table over a girl. The day after, I got stood up, again by the same friend as before.
Author: James S. Bell Jr. Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1101199253 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 326
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You’re no idiot, of course. You’re familiar with the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and Judgment Day—especially in the wake of the new millennium. However, the Book of Revelation has existed for almost 2,000 years and is open to countless interpretations. Don’t get confused by scholarly analysis and religious dogma! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Book of Revelation shows you how so many meanings are derived from the book’s text. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Various ways to interpret Revelation and its symbols • A detailed examination of the key elements, including the Seven Seals and the Antichrist • A look at how the Jewish Old Testament and prophecies relate to Revelation
Author: Richard H. Perry Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1440696888 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 372
Book Description
Get ready for Judgment Day. For centuries, humans have dreaded—and anticipated—the end of the world. These fears—fueled by natural disasters, famines, world wars, and the writings of people like Nostradamus and Jeane Dixon—have left us with more questions than answers. In The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Last Days, Richard H. Perry goes to the definitive source on the subject: the Bible itself. • While the book is as exciting as an action/adventure novel, the author’s primary source is the Bible, and he guides his readers to an understanding of the Last Days by using related Scripture. • Covers Bible basics and the Signs of the Times. • Includes timelines of every stage leading up to the Last Days and after.
Author: James S. Bell Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 9781592573479 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 388
Book Description
A comprehensive overview of the life, times, and teachings of Jesus Christ provides valuable information on his life, from birth to ascension, discussing his message of peace and love, his influence on the world around him, and his lasting impact on world history and religion. Original.
Author: Jeffrey Geoghegan Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1119297419 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 453
Book Description
The Bible For Dummies (9781119293507) was previously published as The Bible For Dummies (9780764552960). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product. Discover the world’s all-time bestseller in an entirely new light Ninety percent of Americans own a copy of the Bible, and while it's the most widely read book, it's also the least understood. Regardless of your religion, understanding the Bible brings much of Western art, literature, and public discourse into greater focus—from Leonardo da Vinci's "Last Supper" painting to the Wachowski brothers' The Matrix movies. People have historically turned to religion to deal with tragedy and change, and with the right insight, the Bible can be an accessible, helpful guide to life's big questions. The Bible For Dummies appeals to people of all faiths, as well as those who don't practice any particular religion, by providing interfaith coverage of the entire Bible and the often fascinating background information that makes the Bible come alive. You'll find answers to such questions as: Where did the Bible come from? Who wrote the Bible? How is the Bible put together? Follow the history of the Bible from its beginning thousands of years ago as tattered scrolls to its status as the bestseller of all time. The Bible For Dummies covers these topics and more: Ten people in the Bible you should know The Hebrew Bible The Apocrypha's hidden treasures What's new about the New Testament Israel's wisdom, literature, and love poetry The Bible's enduring influence The prophets: more than fortunetellers Whether you're interested in broadening your spiritual horizons, uncovering the symbolism of Western culture, or gaining a deeper understanding of the book you grew up reading, The Bible For Dummies has all the information you need to navigate this ancient and fascinating book.
Author: James S. Bell Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 9780028643823 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 390
Book Description
Includes summaries of the Bible's most famous stories, detailed maps of the journeys of its major figures, and descriptions of everyday life depicted in the Bible.
Author: Stephen M. Miller Publisher: Barbour Publishing ISBN: 1607423197 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 928
Book Description
Interesting to read and easy to consult, The Complete Guide to the Bible is a reliable, jargon-free handbook for average people who want to better understand the entire Bible. Captivating writing along with beautifully designed and illustrated pages entice readers into the book and keep them lingering throughout its 512 pages. This latest project from Steve Miller, author of the best-selling Who's Who and Where's Where in the Bible, provides both the big-picture view of the whole Bible and its individual books, as well as fascinating detail on particular passages and topics.
Author: James S. Bell, Jr.
Author: Donald P. Ryan
Author: Joshua Cole
Author: James S. Bell Jr.
Author: Richard H. Perry
Author: James S. Bell
Author: William R. Grimbol
Author: Jeffrey Geoghegan
Author: James S. Bell
Author: Stephen M. Miller