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Biblical Literacy: The Essential Bible Stories Everyone Needs to Know
Timothy Beal
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Description for Biblical Literacy: The Essential Bible Stories Everyone Needs to Know
Paperback. Every person needs to know the core Bible stories - those stories that have cultural, historical, or literary significance - that lie at the foundation of Western civilisation. This title argues that without knowing these core stories, we cannot fully participate in the popular, political, and especially spiritual worlds that surround us. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 137 x 24. Weight in Grams: 292.
Every person needs to know the core Bible stories - those stories that have cultural, historical, or literary significance-that lie at the foundation of Western civilisation. Whether watching political candidates quote from Jesus or tracking court cases on how the stories of Adam and Eve should be taught in the schools, we are surrounded by the legacy of the Bible in our contemporary world. Professor Tim Beal argues that without knowing these core stories, we cannot fully participate in the popular, political, and especially spiritual worlds that surround us. Beal has selected the Bible stories that have shaped history and our world and provides the key information we need to understand their significance and meaning. Whether atheist or believer, readers will benefit from this entry-level course into the heart of the most influential book ever written.
Product Details
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
Number of Pages
368
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780061718670
SKU
V9780061718670
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Ref
99-15
About Timothy Beal
Timothy Beal is Florence Harkness Professor of Religion at Case Western Reserve University. He has published ten books as well as essays on religion and American culture for the New York Times, The Chronicle of Higher Education, The Washington Post, and The Plain Dealer.
Reviews for Biblical Literacy: The Essential Bible Stories Everyone Needs to Know
Tim Beal has written about the rich, thick connections between the Bible and popular culture ... In a society of deep and dangerous disconnects, the connects of this book serve exceedingly well.
Walter Brueggemann, author of The Prophetic Imagination With skill and insight, Timothy Beal has given us a great gift: a lucid and engaging introduction to the most important book ever published.
Jon Meacham, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of American Lion and editor of Newsweek No book has shaped more culture, value and meaning [than the Bible]. Beal skillfully retells key biblical narratives but also cogently relates them to significant events in history. This is a readable, informative and timely book.
Harvey Cox, Hollis Research Professor of Divinity, Harvard University, and author of The Future of Faith For those who are approaching the Bible for the first time ... there is no better place to turn than Timothy Beal's Biblical Literacy. Here you will find numerous gems of the Jewish and Christian Scriptures, along with pithy, helpful, and at times even witty, introductions.
Bart D. Ehrman, James A. Gray Professor of Religious Studies, University of North Caroline, Author of Jesus, Interrupted A fun and refreshing reference that gives a fresh look at Bible stories many people thought they knew.
The News-Herald Beal, who compiled need-to-know Bible stories in his new book, Biblical Literacy, talks about how these Sunday school stories are ingrained in pop culture. They are making appearances at your dinner parties, in your favorite music and in a theater near you.
Religion News Service Beal makes a case for reading, and yes, enjoying, the Bible.
Interfaith Voices In his new book, Biblical Literacy, he introduces readers to key biblical passages and their cultural significance.
United Methodist Reporter Beal... makes a well-stated case that a knowledge of the Bible is essential to understanding our culture. His book will serve as a handy first step toward that goal
especially for the reader who may feel intimidated by 'the boring bits.'
Bookpage
Walter Brueggemann, author of The Prophetic Imagination With skill and insight, Timothy Beal has given us a great gift: a lucid and engaging introduction to the most important book ever published.
Jon Meacham, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of American Lion and editor of Newsweek No book has shaped more culture, value and meaning [than the Bible]. Beal skillfully retells key biblical narratives but also cogently relates them to significant events in history. This is a readable, informative and timely book.
Harvey Cox, Hollis Research Professor of Divinity, Harvard University, and author of The Future of Faith For those who are approaching the Bible for the first time ... there is no better place to turn than Timothy Beal's Biblical Literacy. Here you will find numerous gems of the Jewish and Christian Scriptures, along with pithy, helpful, and at times even witty, introductions.
Bart D. Ehrman, James A. Gray Professor of Religious Studies, University of North Caroline, Author of Jesus, Interrupted A fun and refreshing reference that gives a fresh look at Bible stories many people thought they knew.
The News-Herald Beal, who compiled need-to-know Bible stories in his new book, Biblical Literacy, talks about how these Sunday school stories are ingrained in pop culture. They are making appearances at your dinner parties, in your favorite music and in a theater near you.
Religion News Service Beal makes a case for reading, and yes, enjoying, the Bible.
Interfaith Voices In his new book, Biblical Literacy, he introduces readers to key biblical passages and their cultural significance.
United Methodist Reporter Beal... makes a well-stated case that a knowledge of the Bible is essential to understanding our culture. His book will serve as a handy first step toward that goal
especially for the reader who may feel intimidated by 'the boring bits.'
Bookpage