The Bible has been translated into more languages, sold more copies, and been read by more people than any other book in history, but when trying to understand the book as a whole, its difficult to know where to begin. The Bible For Dummies explains in plain English whats in the Bible, how its organized, who wrote it, and what its all about. This engaging guide includes easy-to-use maps, charts, and pictures to help you make sense of the Bible and important historical and cultural (more…)
by Anonymous, on 05.22.09 @ 4:13 am
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The Bible for Dummies
Excellent book that provides good background information about the Bible. Great for people who are just starting to read the Bible and are looking for a more complete explanation…
by Anonymous, on 05.22.09 @ 9:47 am
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even for non-novice
So, I picked up this book from a recommendation of a friend. Someone who is having a hard time getting through the bible. Now I’ve read several different versions (i.e.
by Anonymous, on 05.22.09 @ 10:00 am
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Finally-A book that knows its intended audience by name
The Bible For Dummies…Finally! A book that is written with the mentality of its intended audience firmly in mind!
by Anonymous, on 05.22.09 @ 4:21 pm
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Bible For Dummies-Only an overview
Book gives a generalized summary of the Bible. Very little interpretation. Good for basic reading/introduction.
by Anonymous, on 05.22.09 @ 7:09 pm
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Bible for Dummies is Tops
Well written and holds my attention. Good overview. Using it for a Sunday School class.
by Anonymous, on 05.22.09 @ 11:32 pm
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Exactly what I was looking for!
I have always tried to read the Bible front to back, and I have always gotten lost somewhere in the middle of Genesis.
by Anonymous, on 05.23.09 @ 1:07 am
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Bible for Dummies
I teach theology and this book is invaluable for Scripture study. It is written in a light-hearted style that is easy to read and thoroughly immersed in the heart of the Bible.
by Anonymous, on 05.23.09 @ 7:48 am
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Using for Lenten Study
I am using this resource for my Lenten Bible Study. A number of parishoners who do not normally attend studies are coming.
by Anonymous, on 05.23.09 @ 9:09 am
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A Good Starting Point
This is a good book to get a quick overview of how the Bible came to be. I finally understood what the Tanakh books I see at bookstores are.
by Anonymous, on 05.23.09 @ 12:16 pm
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Please try again.
The Bible for Dummies as written by professors Geoghegan and Homan unfolds as an unquestioning stroll through portions of the Hebrew Scriptures and New Testament delivered at a…