Twenty-nine respected biblical scholars take a fresh approach to biblical study, getting readers started by describing the setting of the books of the Bible and showing how the different books link up with each other. A number of excellent study features help show how the Bible's teachings are relevant for today.
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From Publishers Weekly
Convinced that the Bible needs to be more relevant for contemporary culture, Archbishop of Canterbury Carey and a team of assembled scholars set out to provide an accessible guide to reading and understanding it. Each chapter of their book focuses on one biblical book; and individual scholars provide overview, outline and commentary on selected scripture units as an introduction to the message of the Bible for everyday life. For example, according to the overview of the Gospel of Mark, the message of Mark for everyday life concerns the way of discipleship. In addition, the volume contains a helpful appendix of key Christian beliefs, from the Ascension to worship, and their biblical origins. While the limited amount of space given to each biblical text often results in one-dimensionality, the readings do whet the appetite for a more complete meal from the biblical banquet.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal
Anglican Christians will recognize the editor of this guide as the Archbishop of Canterbury. In addition, over half of the contributors are from the British Isles. There is, however, no Anglican slant. As its name implies, this book aims to help the ordinary reader understand the Bible and apply it to everyday life. It does so not by providing a verse-by-verse commentary but rather by giving an introduction to each biblical book in its setting and an explanation of the book's major divisions. As a contemporary commentary, it takes advantage of recent scholarship and applies the biblical message to today's world. Of special note is the last section, which devotes about a page and a half to each of 48 key biblical beliefs, such as the Ascension, baptism, ministry, prayer, and worship. Recommended for religion collections.?John Moryl, Yeshiva University Libs., New York
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Good, if short, balanced commentary,
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The Holy Bible was written ages ago, in languages I don't speak, in social contexts I don't share, using imagery I often don't understand. I have found "The Bible for Everyday Life" very helpful in drawing meaning out of the text that I can apply to practical Christian living and thought. Dr. Carey's editorship and the credentials of the various contributors assure me that the interpretation will be balanced and reliable, and not used (or misused) to support any particular "hot" agenda..... It is not possible in a single volume to go deeply into any of the books of the Bible, and I often find myself wanting more of a good thing. On balance, though, each chapter provides a sound introduction to the book at hand, and usually manages both to remind me of truths long taught by the Church and also surprise me with new insights. Moreover, I find the technique of identifying underlying principles in the text and then seeking to apply those principles to modern life to be coherent and sensible. Again, there's nothing radically innovative about this technique, but the book does it quite well.... Meanwhile, the glossary of key concepts at the end of the book contains a collection of excellent short essays (with complete Scriptural references) that anyone examining or re-examining the basics of Christian belief should thoroughly digest. They would make a good addition to a baptism or confirmation preparation course.... If you want help in discovering in the Bible practical guidelines for living a life of joy in the service of its ultimate Author, "The Bible for Everyday Life" should be a part of your well-thumbed reference library....
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It is a very well written book and helps me to understand reading the New and especially the Old Testament.
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Jesus Christ, New Testament, Old Testament, Holy Spirit, John the Baptist, References Genesis, God's Spirit, Luke's Gospel, Ten Commandments, God of Israel, Spirit of God, John's Gospel, King David, References Exodus, Song of Songs, Corinthian Christians, God's Law, Lord Jesus, Christ Jesus, Jewish Christians, Matthew's Gospel, Roman Empire, Asia Minor, Good Samaritan, King Jehoiakim New!
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- Annotated Key to Lambdin's Introduction to Biblical Hebrew (Manuals Series) by H. G. M. Williamson on page 85
- Old Testament (Teach Yourself Series) by J. G. McConville in Front Matter
- The United States (International Library of Politics and Comparative Government) by Alan Ware in Front Matter
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