Christianity: sacred texts and revered writings

Scholars have questioned every aspect of the story of Mattathias in 1 Maccabees; the revisionist narrative turns Mattathias and his Maccabees from the heroes of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah and idealistic fighters for religious freedom, into merely ambitious men who ruthlessly strove for power and usurped the high priesthood of Judaea.

Anyone familiar with the Rastafari movement and its connection with the Bible is struck by the prevalence of messianic I-locution found in both.

Before the Arabo-Muslim conquest of 698, the Jews lived peacefully in North Africa with the other inhabitants of the region, except for a few brief periods of Roman and Byzantine rules.

Sefer Yetzira is a sacred book of great antiquity and power, and one of Judaism's oldest texts after the Bible.

Creative tension calls for a dialogical conversation in order to find mutual ground that can be beneficial for both partners.

Plundering the Egyptians focuses on the study of the Old Testament at Westminster Theological Seminary from 1929 to 1998.

The Invention of Monotheist Ethics, Volume I presents a comprehensive analysis of the Biblical Book of Samuel.

The Invention of Monotheist Ethics, Volume II presents a comprehensive analysis of the Biblical Book of Samuel.

Who is the Blessed Virgin Mary?

Women in the Biblical World: A Survey of Old and New Testament Perspectives is a volume featuring the most current research in biblical scholarship.

An inspirational source of encouragement for Lent.

The Gospels And Christian Life reads the four canonical Gospels as handbooks for religious formation through communal practices.

First published in 1880, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ became a best-seller.

This two-book edition combines Rob Bell's bestselling Love Wins with the Love Wins Companion, helping you get the most out of this pioneering book.

The most comprehensive work on labyrinths yet written.

HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics.

An ebook compilation of inspirational writings, featuring seven classic works in one high quality, fully searchable edition:The compilation includes:'Mere Christianity'The Screwtape Letters'Surprised by Joy'The Four Loves'The Problem of Pain'The Great Divorce'Miracles'C.

A collection of favourite Christmas carols, poetry and readings - a perfect Christmas gift.

This ebook comprises an inspirational readings for each day of the year, demonstrating why C.

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HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics.

Although Religious Education (RE) is a legal requirement in UK schools, it is an oft-neglected and misunderstood subject.

The Hebrew word hesed is often translated as love, faithfulness, loyalty, or steadfastness of God, but it means so much more.

Here are more than 320 short messages by Joseph Tkach - transcripts of the "e;Speaking of Life"e; video series.

The Old Testament tells a story primarily written to, by, and about people of the land―the promised land and its neighboring territories.

If God is all-powerful and all-loving, why doesn't he do something about the pain and sorrow being experienced by the people he supposedly loves?

Why did you get wet?

In two interviews in the "e;You're Included"e; series, Ray Anderson talks about ministry, Jesus, Judas, and the prodigal son.

Even Jesus' closest Disciples often failed.

Kinder zum selbstständigen Entdecken biblischer Geschichten einladen – das ist das Potenzial der Mach mit-Methoden.

Kinder zum selbstständigen Entdecken biblischer Geschichten einladen – das ist das Potenzial der Mach mit-Methoden.

Bekannt und doch neu: die verborgene Tiefen des VaterunsersRainer Harter, Gründer des Freiburger Gebetshauses, erschließt neue, lebendige Zugänge zum Gebet aller Gebete.

Perhaps best described as Charles Dickens's other' Christmas story, "e;A Christmas Tree"e; is an elderly narrator's reminiscence of holidays past, each incident inspired by the gifts and toys that decorate the traditional tree.

Eindelijk is het zevende zegel verbroken: de boekrol van God is door Jezus Christus geopend en het plan van God met de mensheid is geopenbaard.

Seit den frühesten Jahrhunderten des Christentums gehört das Jüngste Gericht zu den wirkmächtigsten Bildern religiöser Vorstellungswelt.

Im Mittelpunkt des Bandes steht eine neue Studie zu der Frage, wie Paulus nach seiner Berufung zu Christus die Tora versteht und im Romerbrief anwendet.

Im Mittelpunkt des Bandes steht eine neue Studie zu der Frage, wie Paulus nach seiner Berufung zu Christus die Tora versteht und im Romerbrief anwendet.

Recursos pastorales para facilitar las celebraciones eucarísticas de Tiempo ordinario y Cuaresma (Ciclo C / 19 de enero al 6 de abril): lecturas y exégesis, homilías, lectura familiar del evangelio, moniciones, oraciones… Además, se incluye una sección de recursos pastorales con esquemas de reuniones de formación (Lectio divina, Iniciación en la fe, Documentos eclesiales, Doctrina social de la Iglesia) y también una propuesta de oración o retiro para grupos.

Vivir en el asombro es una invitacion a volver a abrir los ojos.

En los últimos años, numerosas publicaciones han dado a conocer al gran público perfiles singulares de mujeres bíblicas violentadas por personajes masculinos y también por algunos femeninos.

Vivir en el asombro es una invitacion a volver a abrir los ojos.

Andachten sind anstrengend, ernst und ahneln sich alle irgendwie?

This book was written out of a great love for the biblical text and out of an even greater curiosity about the people who wrote it.

This book was written out of a great love for the biblical text and out of an even greater curiosity about the people who wrote it.

Dieses Andachtsbuch vereint Beiträge von Theologen und jungen Erwachsenen, die biblische Wahrheiten in den Alltag bringen.

Recursos pastorales para facilitar las celebraciones eucarísticas de Tiempo ordinario y Cuaresma (Ciclo C / 19 de enero al 6 de abril): lecturas y exégesis, homilías, lectura familiar del evangelio, moniciones, oraciones… Además, se incluye una sección de recursos pastorales con esquemas de reuniones de formación (Lectio divina, Iniciación en la fe, Documentos eclesiales, Doctrina social de la Iglesia) y también una propuesta de oración o retiro para grupos.