This book is a popular introduction to each of the 73 books of the Bible designed to help the reader grow in the knowledge and love of God's Word. The introduction to each book includes the time frame and author, the theme, a summary of the contents and some comments about the context in which it was written, the theology of the book, an outline, and a prayer taken from the book. By giving this concise introduction to each book of the Bible, Fr. Baker provides quick access to essential information the daily or occasional reader of sacred scripture should find helpful. In addition to being directed to readers of the Bible who are not experts, the book may also be of help to more advanced students who wish to refresh their memory of a particular book of the Bible. By carefully reading Inside the Bible one can have a thumbnail summary of each book of the Bible at his fingertips. "Many Catholics revere the Bible without reading it. They recognize it as the Word of God, but they hesitate to open its pages. They find themselves paralyzed, not knowing where to start reading, confused by ancient modes of writing, unsure of interpretations. Fr. Kenneth Baker comes to the rescue. In brief synopses of the 73 books he guides new readers through the threshold and shows them how they can move forward on their own. Inside the Bible will transform almost-readers into avid readers of the sacred text." - Karl Keating, Author, What Catholics Really Believe Fr. Kenneth Baker, S.J., is the well-known editor of Homiletic and Pastoral Review, the premiere magazine for clergy and laity interested in pastoral issues for today's Church. He is also the author of Fundamentals of Catholicism, a three volume series on the Catholic faith.
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I looked a long time for a book like this! I find the information for each book of the bible in very helpful, tells history of the book, date written, author and then a summary of what happens in the book.
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This is a great way to get a handle on the events of the bible. There are easy references from the outlines that help you go to scripture to look up further information as needed. The overview of each book help to put it into perspective with the relevant historical culture and relationship of old to new testament. Very interesting and handy tool.
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"Inside the Bible" is another feather in the Ignatius cap as that Catholic publisher has produced a remarkable book here. Kenneth Baker offers quick sketches of each book, providing summaries, outlines, the history of the book and the theological implications. Some of his best work are on some of the more obscure parts of the Old Testament as he shows how they are reflected by the New Testament. Baker also shows how each book of the Bible relates to the Church. Experts and newcomers alike will enjoy this useful and concise survey of the various books of the Bible. The Church needs more books like this and more authors as talented as Kenneth Baker.
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The first five books of the Bible are commonly called the "Pentateuch", which is a Greek word meaning "five books". Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
date and author, twelve minor prophets, false teachers Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Old Testament, Jesus Christ, New Testament, Law of Moses, Holy Spirit, God of Israel, Christ Jesus, Lord God, God the Father, Ten Commandments, Second Coming of Christ, John the Baptist, People of God, Resurrection of Jesus, Chosen People, Day of Yahweh, King David, Old Law, Acts of the Apostles, Lord Yahweh, Blessed Virgin Mary, Christian Church, First Commandment, God Almighty, Jesus of Nazareth New!
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The first five books of the Bible are commonly called the "Pentateuch", which is a Greek word meaning "five books". Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
date and author, twelve minor prophets, false teachers Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Old Testament, Jesus Christ, New Testament, Law of Moses, Holy Spirit, God of Israel, Christ Jesus, Lord God, God the Father, Ten Commandments, Second Coming of Christ, John the Baptist, People of God, Resurrection of Jesus, Chosen People, Day of Yahweh, King David, Old Law, Acts of the Apostles, Lord Yahweh, Blessed Virgin Mary, Christian Church, First Commandment, God Almighty, Jesus of Nazareth New!
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- Sermon on the Mount (Koinonia Publication) by Clarence Jordan on page 33
- The Fathers of the Church: Saint Augustine - Four Anti-Pelagian Writings by St. Augustine in Front Matter
- Ten Commandments by Lois Rock on page 53
- The Wisdom of Solomon by Philip Law on page 132
- Dictionary Of The Bible by John L. Mckenzie in Back Matter
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- St. John's Gospel: A Bible Study Guide and Commentary by Stephen K. Ray on page 33, and Back Matter
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