The How-To Book of the Bible: Everything You Need to Know But No One Ever Taught You (How-To Books) [Paperback]

Karl A. Schultz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2004 | Series: How-To Books

The How-To Book Of The Bible - Everything You Need To KNow But No One Ever Taught You Karl A. Schultz Perhaps you know very little about the Bible ... or enough to realize there's so much more to discover! Maybe your previous attempts to read the Bible have not been fruitful, and you don't get much out of the readings at Mass. You observe the role the Bible plays in the lives of others and feel that you're missing something.   The How-To Book of the Bible, by Karl A. Schultz, is your key to unlocking this treasure. Unlike other Bible-related books, this one not only introduces you to the Scriptures but also helps you develop a deep, fulfilling, and lasting bond with the Bible. In this complete guide you receive: Guidance on breaking the Bible into manageable parts. Examples of the Bible's pervasive presence within the Church. An explanation of the divine inspiration of the Bible in light of its human authorship. A Catholic approach to the Bible, with its dynamic understanding of God's Word. Step-by-step guidelines on reading, meditating, praying, contemplating, and applying the Bible, both by yourself and with others. Background on eras, events, peoples, sections, books, and passages of the Bible. Discover how to: Distinguish between Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, and Jewish Bibles. Choose a Bible with a translation and format that meets your individual needs. Develop a customized reading plan. Make sense of puzzling passages. Recognize levels of meaning in the Bible and in your life. Read each Gospel with greater appreciation of its uniqueness. Interpret the Book of Revelation properly and personally. Read the Old Testament prudently and in its context. Pray and live the Psalms. Imprimatur: John M. D'Arcy, Bishop of Ft. Wayne-South Bend, June 3, 2004     Contents Introduction

Product Details

• Paperback: 351 pages
• Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor (IN) (September 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592760953
• ISBN-13: 978-1592760954
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #563,844 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great Catholic resource, February 15, 2005

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Lisa M. Hendey "Mom, Blogger, Podcaster, Author" (Fresno, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The How-To Book of the Bible: Everything You Need to Know But No One Ever Taught You (How-To Books) (Paperback)

Including basic information on how to approach meaningful, Catholic Bible study, this book moves beyond this to include keys to establishing a deeper "bond" with the Bible. The book is an entertaining, comprehensive resource from a trusted source and will be an excellent companion for either novice Bible readers or those looking to deepen their scholarship of scripture. Interesting sidebars, charts and other resources abound.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dynamic, November 6, 2007

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Kathleen Lynch (Cleveland, Ohio) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The How-To Book of the Bible: Everything You Need to Know But No One Ever Taught You (How-To Books) (Paperback)

In the How-To Book of the Bible, Karl Schultz provides an excellent understanding of the Catholic approach to Scripture. This gem of a book is unique, presenting the political, geographic and cultural components of the time, in addition to being a good reference for understanding the individual books of both the Old and New Testaments. For both the beginner and more advanced readers, the How-To Book of the Bible will further an understanding of prayerful meditation, during both happy and more painful moments, through the help of the Holy Spirit.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Boy, this really helped me {:^), April 30, 2009

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Cathy Olic - See all my reviews

This review is from: The How-To Book of the Bible: Everything You Need to Know But No One Ever Taught You (How-To Books) (Paperback)

This book helped me get past the daunting task of opening the Bible. I know I sound lame but as a Catholic, I had no idea how or where to start.

This book helped me get the dust off the Good Book and start to read it.

I would recommend this book to any Catholic or even non-Catholic for great advice on where to start, how to absorb and synthesis its contents, and live out the message.

A very good book that gently guides you through the Bible.