The Bible for dummies / by Jeffrey Geoghegan, PhD and Michael Homan, PhD.
Introduces the Bible by offering a guide on how to read sections of the Old and New Testaments; gives advice on how to apply the wisdom of the Bible to everyday life; and provides tips on how to find passages on a range of timely topics.
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- ISBN: 9781119293507
- Physical Description: xvii, 454 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
- Publisher: Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2016]
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General Note: | wp Includes index. |
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Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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Camden County Library District - Osage Beach | 220.61 Geoghegan (Text) | 31320003905853 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
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The Bible for Dummies
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.