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The Bible For Dummies Paperback – October 15, 2002

by Jeffrey Geoghegan (Author), Michael Homan (Author)

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The Bible For Dummies (9780764552960) is now being published as The Bible For Dummies (9781119293507). While this version features an older Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the new release and should not be considered a different product.

Ninety percent of Americans own a copy of the Bible, and while it’s the most widely read book, it’s also the least understood. Regardless of your religion, understanding the Bible brings much of Western art, literature, and public discourse into greater focus—from Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper” painting to the Wachowski brothers’ The Matrix movies. People have historically turned to religion to deal with tragedy and change, and with the right insight, the Bible can be an accessible, helpful guide to life’s big questions.

The Bible For Dummies appeals to people of all faiths, as well as those who don’t practice any particular religion, by providing interfaith coverage of the entire Bible and the often fascinating background information that makes the Bible come alive. You’ll find answers to such questions as:

Where did the Bible come from?
Who wrote the Bible?
How is the Bible put together?

Follow the history of the Bible from its beginning thousands of years ago as tattered scrolls to its status as the bestseller of all time. The Bible For Dummies covers these topics and more:

Ten people in the Bible you should know
The Hebrew Bible
The Apocrypha’s hidden treasures
What’s new about the New Testament
Israel’s wisdom, literature, and love poetry
The Bible’s enduring influence
The prophets: more than fortunetellers

Discover the world’s all-time bestseller in an entirely new light. Whether you’re interested in broadening your spiritual horizons, uncovering the symbolism of Western culture, or gaining a deeper understanding of the book you grew up reading, The Bible For Dummies has all the information you need to navigate this ancient and fascinating book.

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432 pages
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Wiley Publishing, Inc.
Publication date

October 15, 2002
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7.4 x 0.85 x 9.3 inches
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0764552961
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978-0764552960
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An easy-to-follow guide to the bestselling book of all time

Get a better understanding of the Bible and how it shapes our world

What is the Bible all about? Who wrote it? What's the difference between Jewish and Christian Bibles? Featuring an interfaith perspective, handy maps, and enlightening discussions of the Bible's vast cultural influence, this reference guide provides answers to these questions and presents fascinating facts that bring the Bible to life.

The Dummies Way

Explanations in plain English
"Get in, get out" information
Icons and other navigational aids
Tear-out cheat sheet
Top ten lists
A dash of humor and fun

About the Author

Jeffrey Geoghegan, PhD and Michael Homan, PhD have authored and coauthored numerous books and articles about the Bible.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley Publishing, Inc.; 1st edition (October 15, 2002)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0764552961
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0764552960
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.45 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.4 x 0.85 x 9.3 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #233,138 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #3,301 in Christian Bible Study (Books)
- #22,887 in Health, Fitness & Dieting (Books)

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Customers find the information in the book very good, terrific, and easy to understand. They also say it's clear and simple. Readers describe the book as a good, worthwhile read that doesn't disappoint. They mention it's fun and interesting to read, with enough humor to make it enjoyable.

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159 customers mention "Information quality"155 positive4 negative

Customers find the book provides terrific overviews and background on the stories from the Bible. They say it's a perfect study guide that helps them understand it more fully. Readers also appreciate the authors' good job of explaining passages and verses well. Additionally, they mention the book helps with jargon, history, and especially name changes.

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"...Overall, “The Bible for Dummies” is an excellent guide for anyone interested in learning about the Bible’s teachings in a straightforward way." Read more

"The authors do a decent job of offering quick overviews of the bible, including the absurdities and contradictions...." Read more

"...Help you to understand the scriptures better." Read more

115 customers mention "Ease of understanding"103 positive12 negative

Customers find the book very easy to read and understand. They say it cuts to the language of what they really are meaning. Readers also mention the book is clear, fun, and written in everyday language.

"...They include fascinating facts. Somehow it's easy to read. Written by objective biblical scholars, but not pushing an agenda. Perfect for my needs...." Read more

"...It's an easy read with a touch of humor, all while being respectful to all faiths. Highly recommend it! 📚..." Read more

"...It explains both the Old and New Testaments in simple, easy-to-read sections, covering the stories and main ideas clearly...." Read more

"...was "really" being said in the Bible and this made it so easy to cut to the language of what they really are meaning to say...." Read more

64 customers mention "Readability"57 positive7 negative

Customers find the book good and not dry. They say it's a good purchase and read.

"This book gives more detail of the Bible it's worth buying. Help you to understand the scriptures better." Read more

"It's a physically great book, like new condition, and great seller. But the book itself is a bore. "..." Read more

"...a big selling point for me since I'm not religious and the book did not disappoint...." Read more

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40 customers mention "Enjoyment"38 positive2 negative

Customers find the book fun and interesting to read. They appreciate the delightful and fun way it makes difficult information easy to learn.

"I am still enjoying this book. It's engaging and somehow they use humor to teach you. They include fascinating facts. Somehow it's easy to read...." Read more

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"Using this for a Bible Study. Very easy to read and understand. Love reading it. Caution… contains humor." Read more

23 customers mention "Humor"18 positive5 negative

Customers find the humor in the book accurate and lighthearted. They say it makes for easy reading and a fun read.

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Customers find the religious content of the book not too secular, not too religious, and not dogmatic. They say the authors do a good job of balancing the religious and historical parts of the Bible. Readers also mention the book is respectful to all faiths.

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"...The authors do a good job of balancing the religious and historical parts of the Bible. They make it interesting with fun facts and helpful pictures...." Read more

"...The part I enjoyed about the book is that it wasn't too dogmatic for being a book about the bible. I wasn't looking to be preached to...." Read more

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J. Hamilton

The way it's written!

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2024

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I am still enjoying this book. It's engaging and somehow they use humor to teach you. They include fascinating facts. Somehow it's easy to read. Written by objective biblical scholars, but not pushing an agenda. Perfect for my needs. I'm learning a lot of fascinating info!

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Mayra Leonard

Very entertaining and informative

Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2024

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Just finished reading "The Bible for Dummies" book and absolutely loved it! Having read the Holy Bible multiple times, different versions and languages, this book clarified some lingering questions. It's an easy read with a touch of humor, all while being respectful to all faiths. Highly recommend it! 📚

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Jacqueline Lee Weigand

I highly recommend this book because the Bible is a very hard book to read

Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2024

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“The Bible for Dummies” by Jeffrey Geoghegan and Michael Homan is a great resource for anyone who wants to understand the Bible without feeling lost. It explains both the Old and New Testaments in simple, easy-to-read sections, covering the stories and main ideas clearly.

The authors do a good job of balancing the religious and historical parts of the Bible. They make it interesting with fun facts and helpful pictures. This book is perfect for beginners and also useful for those who know the Bible but want a refresher.

Overall, “The Bible for Dummies” is an excellent guide for anyone interested in learning about the Bible’s teachings in a straightforward way.

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Scott

Decent but Lacking Overview

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2024

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The authors do a decent job of offering quick overviews of the bible, including the absurdities and contradictions. However, they do not expose the stupidity for what it is. They omit key verses and offer Judeo-Christian rationalizations.
They obviously know their stuff. However, they apparently also know what side their bread is buttered on and choose not to ruffle feathers.
A fun, informative read, nevertheless.

Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2024

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This book gives more detail of the Bible it's worth buying. Help you to understand the scriptures better.

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Gerrie

Great explanation

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2024

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Tell you about each and every book in the Bible so that you can understand it better. It even explains the seven books of the Catholic Bible. Highly recommend.

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K. Pastor

Meh.

Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2022

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It's a physically great book, like new condition, and great seller. But the book itself is a bore. "Complete Idiot's Guide To... Etc" , is what you need to buy, to get a more thorough understanding of each section of the Bible. I mean, literally (haha) there's ONE small paragraph explaining SOME of subject on Mary Magdalene. Not much to go on. That's pretty much as per usual in this "guide to".

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Jennifer s

SO EASY TO UNDERSTAND!

Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024

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I have had so many questions regarding what was "really" being said in the Bible and this made it so easy to cut to the language of what they really are meaning to say. I have this on hand for my son's scriptures class at school and it so easy when he gets a tad confused.

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Iris Bennett

Awesome

Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2023

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Easy to follow and funny at times. Good writer! Very enjoyable. Love the notations.

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Awesome

Reviewed in Brazil on December 9, 2019

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This book really deserves five stars because approaches the main subjects of the bible of a briefly way, bringing to the reader a quality content of information and interpretation. For me there are no negative points. Therefore, I would recommend this book for everyone who wants a quick reading of the bible topics and a source of interpretation of its content. Simply amazing.

janey

brilliant overview

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 21, 2011

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This book is exactly what it says it is. It coversmost of the stories and gives you a very basic outline of who the main charachters are and the stories.it also has some help points and information and is very enjoyable to read. The subject matter is easy to find and a must have for anyone who doesn't have the time or patience to try and decipher the bible

Lehrerin

Bibel light

Reviewed in Germany on March 13, 2011

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Doesn't tell you who or what God is or why he did what he did (as told in the Bible). Tells you the stories of the Bible so that anyone can understand them. Like a summary of the Bible.

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Very clear and compact.

Reviewed in Canada on April 20, 2022

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I started and Bible was broken down into very understandable sections. Highly recommend, even if you’ve read many other references. Great to help explain to kids.

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