Biblical History & Culture

How We Got the Bible

<p>From Moses to Gutenberg, easily find out how we got the Bible we have today and discover why we can trust it with this highly visual and easy-to-understand handbook on the history of Bible! Dive into the fascinating stories of the people who risked their lives to print and distribute the Word of God (Tyndale, Wycliffe, etc). Perfect for personal or small group use.</p>
<p>Have you ever wondered where the Bible came from? Who wrote the books of the Bible and how did they end up together? Perhaps you have been asked by a friend or coworker about books that were cut out of the Bible. Through seven dynamic chapters in How We Got the Bible, expert Dr. Timothy Paul Jones will guide you through all the important questions about the Holy Bible to show you why it can be trusted. Filled with dramatic stories and highly visual charts and illustrations, this exciting Bible History handbook will take you from the earliest clay tablets and papyrus copies to the first bound Bible and the various Bible translations that we use today! Discover the following:</p>
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<li>Three ways the Bible is unlike any other &ldquo;Holy Book&rdquo;</li>
<li>What it means when we say that the Bible is inspired and inerrant</li>
<li>What people did to preserve the text of the Bible over the centuries</li>
<li>How we know that the Old and New Testament are reliable</li>
<li>The stories behind names like John Wycliffe, William Tyndale, Gutenberg, and King James I</li>
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Women of the Bible Timeline

<p>Own a chronological overview of 100 key women of the Bible with this full-color pamphlet. From Esther to Mary Magdalene and the Samaritan woman at the well, dig into the stories of these 100 women side-by-side at a glance.</p>

Scribes and Scripture

<p>Find answers to common questions about the writing, copying, canonizing, and translating of the Bible.</p>
<p>There are many common questions and misconceptions around the formation and history of the Bible such as:</p>
<p>- Why is the Bible composed of the current 66 books instead of others?<br />
- Why are there so many translations?<br />
- How are we to understand both the human and divine elements of the Bible?</p>
<p>In <em>Scholars and Scripture</em>, scholars John D. Meade and Peter J. Gurry explore these questions and offer tools to interpret the evidence about God&#39;s word.</p>
<p>Starting with the history of the Bible, from the invention of the alphabet to the most recent English translations, the book hones in on three core areas: the writing and copying of the Bible, the canonization of the Bible, and the translation of the Bible. Using Old and New Testament scholarship, Meade and Gurry help God&#39;s people better appreciate the story <em>of</em> the Bible as a way to better appreciate the stories <em>in</em> the Bible.</p>

Creeds, Confessions, & Catechisms

<p>Followers of Jesus have used creeds and confessions to express their core beliefs for centuries. Summarizing key truths from Scripture into brief statements, these words have shaped the church for generations and continue to teach and inspire believers today.</p>
<p><em>Creeds, Confessions, and Catechisms</em> brings together 13 historic statements of faith, including the Apostles&#39; Creed, the Belgic Confession, and the Heidelberg Catechism, into one beautiful collection. Each text has an introduction from the editor, Chad Van Dixhoorn, that explains its origins and significance to the early church. As you learn and revist these timeless confessions of faith, you can grow spiritually and learn even more about Christian history.</p>

Feasts of the Bible Pamphlet

Throughout the Old Testament, God commanded the Children of Israel to observe these holy days (holidays) as memorials to the mighty things that he had done in their lives. This bestselling pamphlet celebrates and explains the Feasts & Holidays of the Bible. The glossy full-color pamphlet's easy-to-use fold-out chart provides the name of each holiday, date of observance, explanation of the holiday, and reveals how each holiday points to Jesus as the promised Messiah. Holidays include: Passover, Firstfruits, Yom Kippur, and Purim among others.

Josephus: The Complete Works

Paint yourself into the picture of First Century Palestine.<P>You haven't completed your biblical understanding until you've traveled back to the lands where it all took place. Now you can hear the sounds and see the sights, meet the people who were there when it happened.<P>This comprehensive account from the legendary Jewish historian takes you right into the action, setting up the historical relevance of first-century events, taking you all the way from Creation to Roman occupation. In the process, Josephus provides substantial first-hand corroboration of the biblical record.<P>Most importantly, you'll meet the historical Jesus in Josephus' writings, as well as John the Baptist and other familiar faces. You'll be able to understand the background of the New Testament like never before.

The Lost Books of the Bible and the Forgotten Books of Eden

Suppressed by the early Church Fathers who compiled the Bible, these Apocryphal Books have for centuries been shrouded in silence. Now, for the first time in paperbound book, the reader can discover the hidden beauties of the Lost Books

Catechism of the Catholic Church

Four centuries in the making, a monumental undertaking and a magnificent achievement, the first definitive Catholic Catechism since the Council of Trent in 1566 details the doctrine, dogma, and the basic tenets of the Church.

<div><em>The Book of Enoch</em> is often described as &quot;the lost book&quot; of the Bible. This apocalyptic work appears to have been written in Palestine by several different authors in the first and second centuries B.C.</div>  <div>&nbsp;</div>  <div>Early church fathers accepted it for hundreds of years, but it was rejected by the council of Laodicea in A.D. 364. Today, the <em>Book of Enoch</em> remains a written remnant of the Apocalypse&mdash;an ardent testament to hope and the triumph of good over evil in the dawning of a world to come. Filled with concepts of original sin, fallen angels, demonology, resurrection, and the last judgment, it is an important document to the origins of Christianity.</div>

The Book of Enoch

<div><em>The Book of Enoch</em> is often described as &quot;the lost book&quot; of the Bible. This apocalyptic work appears to have been written in Palestine by several different authors in the first and second centuries B.C.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Early church fathers accepted it for hundreds of years, but it was rejected by the council of Laodicea in A.D. 364. Today, the <em>Book of Enoch</em> remains a written remnant of the Apocalypse&mdash;an ardent testament to hope and the triumph of good over evil in the dawning of a world to come. Filled with concepts of original sin, fallen angels, demonology, resurrection, and the last judgment, it is an important document to the origins of Christianity.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><em>The Book of Enoch</em> is a collection of several smaller works:</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>- The Book of Enoch</div> <div>- The Parables</div> <div>- The Book of Courses of Heavenly Luminaries</div> <div>- The Dream Visions</div> <div>- The Concluding Section</div> <div>- The Noah Fragments</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>While each work is independent, they are all bound by the common theme: the punishment of the wicked and the blessedness of the righteous. This edition includes analysis and note for further study.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>This translation by R. H. Charles allows contemporary readers to open up the <em>Book of Enoch</em> to challenge and test their faith to decide for themselves the authenticity and integrity of this ancient document.</div>

Unlocking the Secrets of the Feasts

<div>All the feasts from <em>Passover to the Feast of Tabernacles</em> have prophecies of God's plans for the world, embedded in the customs of these festivals that are known by only a few. Many of these revelations are quite shocking.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>You will be amazed as these mysteries are disclosed step-by-step in these chapters. God wanted us to be taught His plans through all our senses. Get ready to be stunned as you discover the intricate detail of the descriptions of the prophecies illustrated in the observances of these feasts. You will definitely acquire greater insight into God's plan for the ages.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Chapters include:</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>- The Passover</div> <div>- The Feast of Unleavened Bread</div> <div>- The Feast of Firstfruits</div> <div>- The Feast of Pentecost</div> <div>- The Feast of Trumpets</div> <div>- The Day of Atonement</div> <div>- The Feast of Tabernacles</div>

After Acts: Exploring the Lives and Legends of the Apostles

<div>What really happened after Acts?</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered what happened to the biblical characters after Acts&mdash;from the well-known Matthew to the lesser-known Bartholomew&mdash;then this book is for you. Join Dr. Bryan Litfin as he guides you through Scripture and other ancient literature to sift fact from fiction, real-life from legend.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Skillfully researched and clearly written, After Acts is as accurate as it is engaging. Gain a window into the religious milieu of the ancient and medieval church. Unearth artifacts and burial sites. Learn what really happened to your favorite characters and what you should truly remember them for.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- Did Paul ever make it to Spain? Was he beheaded in Rome?</div><div>- Is it true that Peter was crucified upside down?</div><div>- Was the Virgin Mary really bodily assumed into heaven?</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>The book of Acts ends at chapter 28. But its characters lived on.</div>

The Complete Guide to Christian Denominations

<div>Do you ever wonder what the difference is between one denomination and another? Why are there so many kinds of Baptist or Presbyterian or Lutheran churches? Where do those names come from, anyway?</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>You can find answers in this concise but comprehensive guide. Learn about the leaders, teachings, and history of most of the church families in America. In addition to membership statistics, you&rsquo;ll find:</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- A brief explanation of how the denomination began</div><div>- A short summary of its teaching on God, the Bible, the church, and other important topics</div><div>- A quick overview of some of its distinctive characteristics</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Whether you&rsquo;re looking for a new church or enriching your fellowship with believers from other traditions, you&rsquo;ll be much better prepared with this revised and expanded edition of <em>The Complete Guide to Christian Denominations</em>.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Chapters cover the major deneominations such as:</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- Adventist</div><div>- Baptist</div><div>- Brethren</div><div>- Catholic</div><div>- Christian</div><div>- Congregational</div><div>- Episcopal and Anglican</div><div>- Friends (Quaker)</div><div>- Fundamentalist, Bible, and Conservative Evangelical</div><div>- Holiness</div><div>- Lutheran</div><div>- Mennonite</div><div>- Methodist</div><div>- Orthodox</div><div>- Pentecostal</div><div>- Presbyterian</div><div>- Reformed</div>

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