| The Bible Companion: A Catholic Handbook for Beginners Second Edition, Edition Contributor(s): Witherup, Ronald D. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0824525477 ISBN-13: 9780824525477 Publisher: Crossroad Publishing OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: September 2009 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: An entry-level overview of the Bible, which presupposes no specialized knowledge of the Bible or religion, this accessible guide emphasizes truly experiencing the Bible rather than just studying it. Written in a warm and inviting tone by a prominent biblical scholar, the handbook answers many questions, such as "What is the Bible, and how did it come to be? How do you recognize a true prophet? "and "Which Bible should I choose?" Arranged according to the books of the Bible, this comprehensive introduction includes chapters on the Gospels, the Acts of the Apostles, and the Letters as well as appendices, a glossary, and resources for further study. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - General - Religion | Biblical Studies - General |
| Dewey: 220.61 |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (0.80 lbs) 264 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An entry-level overview of the Bible, which presupposes no specialized knowledge of the Bible or religion, this accessible guide emphasizes truly experiencing the Bible rather than just studying it. Written in a warm and inviting tone by a prominent biblical scholar, the handbook answers many questions, such as What is the Bible, and how did it come to be? How do you recognize a true prophet? and Which Bible should I choose? Arranged according to the books of the Bible, this comprehensive introduction includes chapters on the Gospels, the Acts of the Apostles, and the Letters as well as appendices, a glossary, and resources for further study. |