Bible readings, selections and meditations Books
Oxford University Press, USA The Names of God
Book SynopsisIn The Names of God, as in his previous study, Toward a Grammar of Biblical Poetics (OUP, 1992), Herbert Brichto continues to argue against the atomistic readings of the Hebrew Bible by the currently dominant schools of Biblical scholarship. He maintains, that despite the repetitions and self contradictions found in the Five Books of Moses, the Pentateuch possesses an aesthetic and ideological wholeness. Its harmonious blend of stories and structures inform one another as they give shape and meaning to the relationship and expectations between a benevolent God and recalcitrant humankind. In particular, Bichto focuses his poetic reading on the Book of Genesis. He uses the methods of contemporary literary criticism to examine one of the greatest inconsistencies within Genesis, the alternating use of Yahweh (the Lord) and Elohim (God) as names for the Deity. Often cited as the proof of multiple authorship, Brichto shows, instead, that this inconsistency serves as a device for a single auTrade Review"Like Brichto's other writings, this work is masterfully written with language that is unusually rich and daring."--Robert J. Ratner, Congregation Beth Ha Tephila
£96.75
Oxford University Press, USA The Book of Revelation
Book SynopsisAbout seventy years after the death of Jesus, John of Patmos sent visionary messages to Christians in seven cities of western Asia Minor. These messages would eventually become part of the New Testament canon, as The Book of Revelation. What was John''s message? What was its literary form? Did he write to a persecuted minority or to Christians enjoying the social and material benefits of the Roman Empire? In search of answers to these penetrating questions, Thompson critically examines the language, literature, history, and social setting of the Book of the Apocalypse. Following a discussion of the importance of the genre apocalypse, he closely analyses the form and structure of the Revelation, its narrative and metaphoric unity, the world created through John''s visions, and the social conditions of the empire in which John wrote. He offers an unprecedented interpretation of the role of boundaries in Revelation, a reassessment of the reign of the Emperor Domitian, and a view of tribulTrade Review"Rich and complex....A genuine contribution to social historical studies of apocalypticism."--Journal of Religion"While he writes for specialists, he does so clearly and engagingly, taking care to define his terms in order to bring non-specialists on board."--Anglican Theological Review"Contains much useful material and should be read by all persons making a serious study of the book of Revelation."--Seminary Studies"Ancient historians and other New Testament students will appreciate the scholarly solidity of this monograph and a wider readership may be excited by its fresh style and a stimulating tour of themes like the Roman Empire under Domitian, the Jews in Asia Minor, and the nature of religion in relation to society."--Theological Book Review"A groundbreaking monograph....If Thompson's thesis is accepted among scholars, it will revolutionize the academic study of apocalyptic literature....A major piece of scholarly work."--Choice
£35.54
Oxford University Press The Gospel According to John
Book SynopsisWhile synthesizing well-established commentators as diverse as Bultmann and Brown, Brodie expands Johannine studies in two directions. First, by drawing on the techniques of contemporary literary studies, he shows that John''s Gospel, far from being poorly edited, is a carefully-wrought unity. Second, he shows that the final basis of this unity lies not in history or theology but, as ancient tradition suggested, in spirituality. Brodie also includes his own innovative translation of John. The result is a new type of commentary that is thoroughly contemporary in style, perspective, and method.Trade ReviewThis book marks an important development in the interpretation of the Fourth Gospel, for it appears to be the first full-scale commentary on John in English to adopt a sustained literary approach ... The result is a brilliant and perceptive account of John's material, full of rich insights for the enquiring reader, and must be warmly welcomed. * Journal of Theological Studies *
£45.90
Oxford University Press, USA The Text of Genesis 111 Textual Studies and Critical Edition
Book SynopsisThis re-examination of "Genesis" 1-11 is based on a strongly positive evaluation of the "Septuagint" as a reliable witness to the original Hebrew. The author presents evidence and gives his analysis as the first step towards an eclectic critical edition of the books of the Hebrew Bible.Trade ReviewHendel lucidly and sharply discusses general principles of textual criticism, in dialogue with the specialists, and applies these principles to the establishing of an 'eclectic' critical text of Genesis 1-11. There are many delightful nuggets. In many ways the book is a model which students learning textual criticism could profitably work with. * R.W.L. Moberly, Journal of Theological Studies, Vol.51 No.1 *
£54.00
Oxford University Press, USA The Poets Book of Psalms
Book SynopsisPoetry has traditionally embodied religious imagination and reflected the deepest longings, joys, and tribulations of humanity. As the Bible''s best-known poetry, the Psalms have been a rich source of inspiration for meditation, song, and recitation for thousands of years.Uniting the lyrical songs of Israel with their literary legacy, The Poets'' Book of Psalms comprises renditions of the Psalms by twenty-five renowned poets from the sixteenth to the twentieth century. Poets include John Donne, Robert Burns, John Milton, Sir Philip Sidney, John Davies, Sir Thomas Wyatt, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Mary Sidney Herbert, David Rosenberg, and Laurance Wieder. The result--a complete and lyrical Psalter for the modern reader--supplies a living language alternative to existing prose translations and pious paraphrases.The collection includes an introduction by the editor that describes the often surprising history and politics surrounding many of the poets lives and work. For easy cross-referenceTrade ReviewFor biblical scholars of a literary bent * Journal for the Study of the Old Testament *Table of ContentsIntroduction ; Upon the Translation of the Psalms ; Book One ; Book Two ; Book Three ; Book Four ; Book Five ; The Book of Psalms, King James Version ; Index of First Lines ; Index of Poets
£16.62
Oxford University Press, USA Reformation Readings of the Apocalypse Geneva Zurich and Wittenberg Oxford Studies in Historical Theology
Book SynopsisIn this study, Irene Backus examines the fate of the Apocalypse at the hands of early Protestants in three centres of the Reformation: Geneva, Zurich, and Wittenberg. To do so, Backus systematically investigates sources and methods on the most important reformed and Lutheran commentaries of the Apocalypse from 1528-1584.Trade ReviewThe work is executed with meticulous scholarship, as one would expect from Irena Backus, and is a very worthy companion to Richard Bauckham's Tudor Apocalypse. * Journal of Ecclesiastical History *A valuable work of reference ... Backus has made a great deal of intriguing and obscure information easily accessible. * Reformation *This is a thorough, detailed, and valuable analysis of a field which has until now received little attention. * Journal of Theological Studies *There is much value in this book in that it includes material that has far too long lain undisturbed some way off from the well-beaten track. * tbr (theological book review, Feed The Minds) *Masterful treatment of the subject. * Sixteenth Century Journal *
£68.40
Oxford University Press Saint Saul
Book SynopsisIn Saint Saul, Donald Harman Akenson offers a lively and provocative account of what we can learn about Jesus by reading the letters of Paul. As the only direct evidence of Jesus we have that were composed before the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE forever altered the outlook of the Christian and Jewish faiths, Akenson claims that these letters are the most reliable source of information. He dismisses the traditional method of searching for facts about Jesus by looking for parallels among the four gospels because they were handed down to us as a unit by a later generation. Akenson painstakingly recreates the world of Christ, a time rich with ideas, prophets, factions, priests, savants, and god-drunk fanatics. He insistently stresses throughout the Jewishness of Jesus, referring to Jesus and Paul as Yeshua and Saul, as they were then known. Saul, although he did not know Yeshua personally, knew his most important followers, and wrote immediately after Yeshua''s death. Saul''s Trade ReviewFrom his double-take title through more than 300 zestful pages, Donald Akenson startles us with one fresh insight after another...Saint Saul is an engaging book for anyone willing to take on the current challenges in the quest for Jesus. * Christian Science Monitor *Saint Saul is a splendid book. In touch with the latest scholarship, elegantly written, original, and highly persuasive. The whole area of the early relations between Christianity and Judaism--i.e. in the first 3 or 4 centuries--is now in a state of complete turmoil and reconceptualization. It now seems clear that the borders between what we now think of as two religions were very blurred at that time, and that orthodox rabbinic Judaism was not at all the normative Judaism at the time of Jesus and thereafter. In all these cross-currents, this book by Akenson is a clearly presented argument that will surely advance and clarify the conversation. * Harvey Cox, Victor S. Thomas Professor of Divinity, Harvard University and Author of The Secular City and Fire From Heaven *Akenson is able to penetrate to the heart of things in a manner that one can only envy. He writes vigorous and arresting prose, and is not afraid to go into the corners and mix it up. * Terence L. Donaldson, Lord and Lady Coogan Professor of New Testament Studies, University of Toronto and Author of Paul and the Gentiles *Saint Saul is resoundingly fresh in its current contributions to literature and, once again, Akenson has written of thorny and difficult questions with rollicking good humour and grace that reaches the depths of seriousness without false solemnity. Saint Saul is a splendid book. * T.F. Rigelhof *
£16.62
Oxford University Press Imperial Cults and the Apocalypse of John
Book SynopsisAfter more than a century of debate about the significance of imperial cults for the interpretation of Revelation, this is the first study to examine both the archaeological evidence and the Biblical text in depth. Friesen argues that a detailed analysis of imperial cults as they were practiced in the first century CE in the region where John was active allows us to understand John''s criticism of his society''s dominant values. He demonstrates the importance of imperial cults for society at the time when Revelation was written, and shows the ways in which John refuted imperial cosmology through his use of vision, myth, and eschatological expectation.Trade Review"This book will benefit students of early Christianity as well as students of Greco-Roman history. Certainly anyone seriously interested in the study of Revelation should not pass it by."--The Journal of Religion
£33.14
Oxford University Press Inc The Old Testament
Book SynopsisEminent biblical scholar Michael D. Coogan offers here a wide-ranging and stimulating exploration of the Old Testament, illuminating its importance as history, literature, and sacred text. Coogan explains the differences between the Bible of Jewish tradition (the Hebrew Bible) and the Old Testament of Christianity, and also examines the different contents of the Bibles used by Roman Catholics, Eastern Orthodox Christians, and Protestants. He looks at the rise of modern biblical scholarship as well as the recovery of ancient Near Eastern literatures and their significance for biblical interpretation. One particularly interesting section examines three principal characters of the Old Testament--Abraham, Deborah, and David--illuminating important themes connected with them, such as Abraham and covenant and David as poet and warrior. Coogan explores the use of invented dialogue and historical fiction in the Old Testament, the presence of mythic elements in apparently historical accounts, and the relationship of ancient Israelite myths to those of their neighbors. The book considers the Old Testament''s idea of divine justice, especially in Ecclesiastes and Job, and looks at notions of the afterlife in the ancient Near East and in ancient Israel. Coogan highlights the significance of the history and literature of the Old Testament and describes how non-biblical evidence, such as archaeological data and texts, has placed the Old Testament in a larger and more illuminating context. The book also discusses law and ritual in the Bible as well as the biblical understandings of prophecy. Here then is a marvelous overview of one of the great pillars of Western religion and culture, a book whose significance has endured for thousands of years and which remains vitally important today for Jews, Christians, and Muslims worldwide.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Trade Reviewthis is an excellent introduction for lay readers * T. M. Law *
£9.49
Clarendon Press Gregory of Nyssas Treatise on the Inscriptions of the Psalms Oxford Early Christian Studies
Book SynopsisThe first translation into a modern language of an important patristic text, Gregory of Nyssa's treatise on the inscriptions of the Psalms. The book shows Gregory's indebtedness to classical culture as well as to Christian tradition, and compares his early understanding of the stages of the spiritual life with that in his later treatises.Trade ReviewHandsomely produced and useful volume...Professor Heine has performed a useful service in makingmore readily available, for the first time in English, the contents of one of Gregory's less well known writings.It has never been translated into a modern language, nor been the subject of a monograph ... Thus Heine's book fills a real gap in the otherwise rich scholarship on Gregory of Nyssa ... We should be grateful to Heine for his valuable addition to the rich harvest of studies on Gregory of Nyssa. * Church History *
£135.00
Oxford University Press Leviticus as Literature
Book SynopsisThis first full-scale account of Leviticus by a world-renowned anthropologist presents the biblical work as a literary masterpiece. Seen in an anthropological perspective Leviticus has a mystical structure which plots the book into three parts corresponding to the three parts of the desert tabernacle, which in turn corresponds to the parts of Mount Sinai. This completely new reading transforms the interpretation of the purity laws. The pig and other forbidden animals are not abhorrent, they command the same respect due to all God''s creatures. Boldly challenging several traditions of Bible criticism, Mary Douglas claims that Leviticus is not the narrow doctrine of a crabbed professional priesthood but a powerful intellectual statement about a religion which emphasizes God''s justice and compassion.Trade Reviewthe great anthropologist Mary Douglas's surprising rereading of a very old text,Leviticus as Literature makes a discarded classic zing with new life. * Valentine Cunningham, The Independent, 2000 *
£36.89
Oxford University Press The Commentaries of Origen and Jerome on St. Pauls Epistle to the Ephesians
Book SynopsisThis important study provides the first English translation of both the surviving fragments of Origen''s Commentary on Ephesians and of the complete text of Jerome''s Commentary on Ephesians. The two translations are placed parallel to one another where they treat the same texts in Ephesians thus showing Jerome''s extensive dependence on Origen''s commentary. By using collateral texts from other works of Origen, Jerome, and Rufinus, the author is able to show Jerome''s dependence on Origen in numerous passages in his commentary where the Greek text of Origen''s commentary is lost. The translation is accompanied by Heine''s illuminating commentary and a substantial introduction sets the works in their historical context. The book makes a significant contribution not only to scholarship on Origen and Jerome, but also to the wider question of the interpretation of scripture in the early Christian centuries.Trade Review... intriguing and learned. * The Journal of Theological Studies *... lucid and accurate translation ... [Heine's] conjectures are always reasonable. * The Journal of Ecclesiastical History *
£171.00
Oxford University Press The Book Called Isaiah
Book SynopsisRecent research on the book of Isaiah has been dominated by discussions of its unity and authorship. Professor Williamson''s important study provides a major and highly original contribution to these key issues, and is based upon a more rigorous methodology than ever used before. Isaiah is usually regarded as the work of two authors - the so-called Isaiah of Jerusalem (Isaiah 1-39) and Deutero-Isaiah (the author of Isaiah 40-55). Professor Williamson argues that the author of Isaiah 40-55 was in fact strongly influenced by the work of the earlier writer. Secondly, he demonstrates that the earlier work was regarded as a book which had been sealed up until the time when judgement was past and the day of salvation had arrived, and that Deutero-Isaiah believed himself to be heralding the arrival of that day. Thirdly, and most provocatively, Professor Williamson argues that Deutero-Isaiah both included and edited a version of the earlier prophecies along with his own, intending from the staTrade ReviewReview from previous edition In this carefully argued monograph Williamson presents a fascinating theory and comes to daring conclusions ... He proceeds by a careful analysis of relevant texts and by detailed attention to the work of his scholarly predecessors to produce a work that is clear, convincing and challenging. It marks an important contribution to work on the book of Isaiah ... This is the kind of study that keeps one gripped by the argument and fascinated to see in which direction the author will move next; a rare treat in modern biblical studies. * Reviews in Religion and Theology *Very positive and forward-looking study ... there is a very clear statement of the problems here, a well argued and fair assessment of the methods and resources with which they need to be dealt with, and a positive attempt to mark out some useful steps forward. It will perform a great service if it draws fresh attention to the undoubted fact the the basic structure of the book of Isaiah poses many still unresolved questions. * Journal of Theological Studies *This monograph is a major contribution to the study of the composition of the Book of Isaiah, and will necessitate a reorientation of critical perspectives whether its thesis is accepted or rejected. It is written in a lucid and elegant style, and the necessary discussion of text-critical problems in a number of passages is conveniently relegated to an appendix. The scholarly world is deeply indebted to Williamson for such a stimulating contribution to an important debate. * A. Gelston, Journal of Semitic Studies *Williamson's economical hypothesis has the strength of its simplicity ... Much remains uncertain, but one of the admirable qualities of the work under review is its frank admission of the fact. * Journal of Biblical Literature *Table of Contents1. Recent Study of the Book Called Isaiah ; 2. Limitations, Presuppositions, and Method ; 3. Isaiah Chapter 6 ; 4. Further Examples of Isianic Influence ; 5. On Writing and Witnesses ; 6. Deutero-Isaiah and Isaiah 2-12 ; 7. Deutero-Isaiah and Isaiah 13-27 ; 8. Deutero-Isaiah and Isaiah 28-39 ; 9. Conclusions
£45.90
Oxford University Press Augustines Commentary on Galatians
Book SynopsisNow available in English for the first time, Augustine''s Commentary on Galatians is his only complete, formal commentary on any book of the Bible and offers unique insights into his understanding of Paul and of his own task as a biblical interpreter. Yet it is one of his least known works today - and this despite its importance in the past for such major figures as Aquinas, Luther, Erasmus, and Newman. The present volume seeks to remedy this situation by providing not only an English translation with facing Latin text, but also a comprehensive introduction and copious notes. Since Galatians happens to be the only biblical book commented upon by all the ancient Latin commentators - including Jerome, Pelagius, Ambrosiaster, and Marius Victorinus, as well as Augustine - it provides a basis for comparing them and for identifying Augustine''s special concerns and emphases. Augustine''s Commentary also has crucial links to other works he wrote at the time, especially his monastic rule and DTrade ReviewThis first translation of Augustine's only complete biblical commentary into Enlgish is of great value, as much for those concerned with the intersection of biblical pastoral theology as for the student of Augustine. * European Journal of Theology *Table of ContentsI. INTRODUCTION ; 1. Date of Composition ; 2. Augustine in Relation to the Other Latin Commentators on Paul in Late Antiquity ; 3. The Purpose of Augustine's Commentary ; 4. Augutine as a Reader of Galatians ; 5. Conclusions ; II. AUGUSTINE'S COMMENTARY ON THE LETTER TO GALATIANS: TEXT, TRANSLATION, AND NOTES
£54.75
The University of Chicago Press Matthews ChristianJewish Community
Book SynopsisThe most Jewish of gospels in its contents and the most anti-Jewish in its polemics, the Gospel of Matthew has been said to mark the emergence of Christianity from Judaism. This text disagrees by showing us how Matthew wrote from within Jewish tradition to a distinctly Jewish audience.Table of ContentsIntroduction I: Matthew within First-Century Judaism II: Matthew's People: Israel III: Matthew's Opponents: Israel's Leaders IV: Matthew's Horizon: The Nations V: Matthew's Group of Jewish Believers-in-Jesus VI: Matthew's Torah VII: Jesus, Messiah and Son of God VIII: Conclusions Abbreviations Notes Index
£94.00
The University of Chicago Press Meditations on the Incarnation Passion and Death
Book SynopsisRead by Protestants and Catholics alike, Catharina Regina von Greiffenberg (1633-94) was the foremost German woman poet and writer in the seventeenth-century German-speaking world. This volume translates excerpts from the first two sets of thirty-six meditations.
£76.95
Darton, Longman & Todd Ltd Drawn into the Mystery of Jesus Through the
Book SynopsisA new reflection from Jean Vanier on the Gospel of John, based on a series of talks originally written for television. Vanier moves through each passage, setting it in the context of the other gospels, and drawing out messages for our contemporary world.
£11.69
Darton, Longman & Todd Ltd The Mystery of Everything
Book Synopsis** Suitable for online learning and study **The Mystery of Everything is a new and original Lent course by Hilary Brand, which takes the multi-award winning film about Stephen Hawking, The Theory of Everything, as its starting point. The course explores ways in which the mysteries of the universe and of everyday life and the acceptance that we have more questions than answers can reinvigorate our faith and spiritual journey.The course is based around five weekly group sessions entitled:* The experience of wonder* The enigma of weakness* The complexity of relationships* The encounter with frailty* The hope beyond brokennessEach session includes an extract from the film, group discussion questions and a meditation. There are also short introductory and follow up chapters for individual reading each week, and a chapter of Bible passages for further daily reading. The book supplies full notes for group course leaders.Trade Review‘Whenever I interviewed prospective maths or science teachers, I asked them how they would teach the Universal Field Theory to a bright Year 10 pupil. Despite a host of fazed candidates, I persevered with this question because the subject seemed obvious and ultimate. This holding together the macro and the micro is at the heart of both theoretical physics and the Christian faith, and Hilary Brand tackles an impossible subject with great skill in her Lent course, the Mystery of Everything. A self-confessed non-scientist, she bases her course on the film about Stephen and Jane Hawking, The Theory of Everything, with five sessions, each with a substantial prologue and epilogue, on wonder, weakness, relationships, frailty and hope. She writes lucidly and helpfully about physics, about the interface between science and faith, and very movingly about her personal experience of her friend Sally, who suffered from Motor Neurone disease, yet to the end was wowed by God’s amazing grace. There are some stunningly relevant quotes, each session contains pertinent questions for the group to chew over, ending with a worship session with some original and highly numinous prayers. In addition there are six weeks of personal bible studies on mystery in Genesis, Job, the Psalms, Wisdom literature, Paul’s epistles and the Gospels, written in the same lucid and punchy style. A snip at just £5.99.’ -- David Wilbourne
£8.16
Darton, Longman & Todd Ltd Prayers for OCD
Book SynopsisThis simple book offers Bible verses and poems of hope and comfort, and short items of information, support and advice about OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder).
£8.10
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Bible Characters Visual Encyclopedia
Book SynopsisIntroduce your child to more than 90 Bible characters and encourage a life-long love of God''s word.From Adam and Eve in the Old Testament to the stories of Jesus and the disciples in the New Testament, this is the ultimate visual guide to key characters in one of the most important books ever written.From leaders and prophets to judges and apostles, learn the importance of the people of the Bible through detailed profiles. This Bible storybook retells the story of each character and explains their teachings and key quotations in a clear and simple way. Packed with bright, colourful illustrations that bring these characters to life, this fascinating Bible reference book will capture any young reader''s imagination and heart. Open the pages of this children''s biblical encyclopedia and discover why it''s a treasure that belongs in every Christian home. - More than 90 individual profiles, covering a full range of characters- Clear and visual page-per-topic guide, complete with vivid illustrations- Quotations from the Bible support understanding- Context boxes help readers interpret the storiesUnderstand Who''s Who in the BibleThis essential Christian book includes spreads focusing on particular biblical events that highlight a specific character''s impact - making it the perfect study companion! Discover more about the geography and history of the Bible Lands, such as where Jesus was born and where The Last Supper took place. Bible Character Visual Encyclopedia takes an innovative and inspiring visual approach to a subject that can often be difficult for children to engage with. It''s perfect for children aged 7-11 years who have an interest in religion, as well as Bible class teachers, youth groups, and schools.Table of Contents 1: BOOKS OF THE BIBLE 2: THE COVENANTS OF THE BIBLE 3: THE OLD TESTAMENT 1: The Old Testament 2: Adam and Eve 4: Tree of Knowledge 5: Cain and Abel 6: Noah 7: The flood and the rainbow 8: The Tower of Babel 9: Abraham 10: Lot 11: Sarah 12: Ishmael 13: Abraham’s test 14: Rebekah 15: Isaac 16: Jacob 17: Jacob’s flight 18: Leah and Rachel 19: Esau 20: Joseph 21: Joseph in Egypt 22: Moses 23: The Plagues and the Exodus 24: Food in the desert 25: The Ten Commandments 26: Aaron 27: Miriam 28: Balaam 29: Joshua 30: The Battle of Ai 31: Deborah and Barak 32: Gideon 33: Samson 34: Delilah 35: Naomi and Ruth 36: Eli 37: Samuel 38: Saul 39: David 40: David and Goliath 41: Jonathan 42: Bathsheba 43: Absalom 44: Solomon 45: Solomon’s Temple 46: The Queen of Sheba 47: Rehoboam 48: Jeroboam 49: Ahab and Jezebel 50: Elijah 51: Elisha 52: Jonah 53: Ahaz 54: Isaiah and Hezekiah 55: Josiah 56: Jeremiah 57: Ezekiel 58: Nebuchadnezzar 59: Daniel 60: Daniel in the lions’ den 61: Esther 62: Job 63: Nehemiah 64: Ezra 2: THE NEW TESTAMENT 1: The New Testament 2: Zechariah 3: Elizabeth 4: Mary 5: Joseph 6: Jesus is born 7: The shepherds and the angels 8: Herod the Great 9: John the Baptist 10: The dove and the devil 11: The disciples 12: Simon (Peter) and Andrew 13: James and John 14: Matthew (Levi) 15: The Transfiguration 16: The Sermon on the Mount 17: Miracles 18: Parables 19: Harod Antipas and Salome 20: Zacchaeus 21: Lazarus 22: Jesus enters Jerusalem 23: The money changers in the temple 24: The Last Supper 25: Judas Iscariot 26: Jesus is tried, Peter denies 27: Pontius Pilate 28: Jesus is crucified 29: Joseph of Arimathea 30: Nicomedus 31: Jesus is risen 32: Mary Magdalene 33: Thomas 34: The Ascension 35: Pentecost 36: Stephen 37: Philip the Evangelist 38: Paul 39: Herod Agrippa I 40: Cornelius 41: James 42: Paul’s journey 43: Barnabas 44: Silas 45: Aquila and Priscilla 46: Apollos 47: Luke 48: John Mark 3: REFERENCE 1: Lands of the Bible 2: More Bible Characters 4: GLOSSARY 5: INDEX 6: ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
£11.69
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Childrens Pocket Bible
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SPCK Publishing Twelve Months of Sundays Year B
Book SynopsisFor each Sunday of the year this text contains a brief commentary and reflection, taken from Tom Wright's weekly "Church Times" column, on the Common Worship lectionary readings. Each section gives the lectionary references and gives a starting-point for thinking about the readings.
£9.49
SPCK Publishing Exploring the Old Testament Vol 1
Book SynopsisThis work offers an exploratory approach that enables students to engage with the text for themselves. It contains actvities and challenges at introductory and intermediate levels, background information needed to work at the required level, and ideas for further theological thought and reading.
£17.09
SPCK Publishing Exploring the Old Testament Vol 3
Book SynopsisThis is the third volume in a widely-praised series of textbooks introducing students to the key issues in the study of the New Testament and Old Testament.
£17.09
SPCK Publishing Lectionary Reflections Year A
Book SynopsisThis book is one of three volumes that bring together Jane Williams's widely read and much enjoyed Church Times columns. Here, she offers reflections on the Sunday readings in the Revised Common Lectionary for Year A. Each section gives the lectionary references and provides a thought-provoking starting point for exploring the readings, drawing out points of connection between them. Intelligently written in an engaging and inspiring style, Lectionary Reflections will prove invaluable in preparation for Sunday worship or for regular Bible study throughout the year.
£9.49
SPCK Publishing Twelve Months of Sundays Year A
Book SynopsisNT Wright offers reflections on the Sunday readings in the Revised Common Lectionary for Year A. This book brings together his columns in the Church Times to cover all the Sundays and major festivals. It is suitable for those who want to gather their thoughts in preparation for Sunday worship, or for regular Bible study throughout the year.
£9.49
SPCK Publishing Gazing on the Gospels
Book SynopsisThese short reflections will engage your imagination, mind and heart. Each one concludes with a brief prayer that focuses on helping you to imitate Christ in your everyday life.
£10.44
SPCK Publishing Lent for Everyone
Book SynopsisA Lent lectionary resource using Tom Wright's For Everyone Bible translation, this is the third in a three-volume series to cover the three years of the Revised Common Lectionary. For each day of Lent, there is a reading chosen from the Gospel designated for the year, plus a reflection by Tom Wright.
£9.49
SPCK Publishing The Song of Songs
Book SynopsisAims to present the Song of Songs as a resource for contemplative prayer. Here, the author presents a contemporary mystical reading, with reference to some later Christian poetry, including John Donne, George Herbert, Gerald Manley Hopkins, and R. S. Thomas.
£12.59
SPCK Publishing Living the Gospel Stories Today
Book SynopsisIn this exhilarating book, John Pritchard reclaims the narrative power of the gospels by retelling well-known stories in vivid, imaginative language, and showing us how our own stories fit into the Christian story and can be transformed by it.
£9.49
SPCK Publishing God In Our Midst
Book SynopsisGod in our Midst follows the pattern of the Christian year, with sections on 'Advent, Christmas and Epiphany', 'Jesus' Ministry' and 'Holy Week and Easter'. But the book also contains two sections devoted to pieces that either draw their immediate inspiration from the Old Testament, or have been written for special occasions.
£10.44
SPCK Publishing Pritchard J Journey
Book SynopsisThe Journey offers daily (weekday) readings for Lent, from Ash Wednesday to Good Friday and engages the reader in the encounters Jesus had with various people on his way to Jerusalem.
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SPCK Publishing Matthew for Everyone Part 1
Book SynopsisTom Wright has completed a tremendous task: to provide comprehensive guides to all the books of the New Testament, and to furnish them with his own fresh translation of the entire text. Each short passage is followed by a highly readable commentary with helpful background information. The format makes it appropriate also for daily study.Trade Review"... Of commentaries accessible to the general reader, Tom Wright's Matthew for Everyone leads the field. Energetic, direct and forceful, it reads like the best sort of extempore preaching." -- Kirsty Anderson Reviews editor at Reader & Marion Gray Chair of editorial committess at Reader * The Reader Magazine *"Each book is written in Wright's familiar, accessible language and can be used either individual or group study to enhance reader understanding of the Bible" -- Life and Work" This enterprise is probably the most exciting thing to have happened in Christian education in Britain for many years" -- Expository Times
£10.44
SPCK Publishing Paul for Everyone
Book SynopsisTom Wright's comments on these letters are combined, passage by passage, with his new translation of the Bible text. The volume is suitable for personal or group use. The format makes it appropriate also for daily study.Trade ReviewThis enterprise is probably the most exciting thing to have happened in Christian education in Britain for many years. Expository Times
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SPCK Publishing Lectio Divina From Gods Word to Our Lives
Book SynopsisShows how in lectio divina we can truly meet the one who speaks, the living Word, God himself, who calls us to live rich Christian lives, even if the Word's work in us remains mysterious.Trade ReviewEnzo Bianchi is known to many as prior of the ecumenical Bose monastic community in Italy. Lectio Divina is his plea for Christians to feed on the Bible prayerfully and intelligently, avoiding both academic detachment and literalist credulity, and willing to enlist the fruits of biblical criticism in approaching scripture as a sacrament of God's presence. It is towards the end of this short book that Bianchi focuses on the specific discipline of lectio divina, with its four-fold sequence of lectio (engaging the otherness of the Bible) meditatio bringing ourselves into relationship with scripture), oratio (offering what is taking place to God), and contemplatio (dwelling joyfully in God's presence), having spent time outlining the foundation of this method in patterns of interpretation found within the Bible itself, in Origen, and in medieval hermeneutics. Such prayerful Bible study will often be undertaken individually, but it is a strenght of Bose's approach that he sees the defining context for encountering the Bible to be liturgical and communal: 'In liturgy-especially eucharistic liturgy- there is a resurrection of Scripture as Word' - though Protestant sensibilities may bristle a little to be told that 'all of this takes place under a presiding guarantor' Lectio Divina reads well in translation from the Italian but remains very much a Roman Catholic book, written in response to that Church's 'long estrangement from the Bible' and the neglect of Bible-reading in 'the daily lives of lay Catholics', unhelped by 'priests lacking training in reading Scripture'. Patristic authorities and official RC documents are frequently cited, but there is a notable absence of wider reference. The combination of patient explanation, close reference to post-Vatican II documentation, and a gentle assertiveness bring something of the air of the novitiate lecture-room. Readers belonging to Churches of the Reformation may feel that Bose is making a case for something that they have known about for some time, and that the helpful structure of lectio divina may not be quite as distinctive as it seems. The author offers many striking insights from his tradition into how, in reading scripture, we 'will know that we have read well if we feel that the text is reading us', though non-RC readers may feel that for much of the book they are overhearing a neighbouring family's conversation. -- Revd Philip Welsh * Church Times *
£11.99
SPCK Publishing Abraham
Book SynopsisEveryone knows that Abraham is one of the most important characters in the Bible but why should a man who lived nearly 4,000 years ago still matter to Christians today?Trade ReviewThe reflected journeys of Abraham and Meg Warner provide a wonderful template as to how we might cope with our own spiritual journey thought Lent ... There can hardly be a better Lenten resource for any Bible study group. Highly recommended. -- Edward Darling * The Church of Ireland Gazette *A stimulating and creative guide to the life of Abraham, written in a popular style, and ideal both for groups and individuals for study during Lent. -- Paul Beasley-Murray * Ministry Today *
£9.49
SPCK Publishing The Mystery of Christ
Book SynopsisOne of the world's foremost theologians meditates on the mystery of Christ and helps us form a truly contemporary Christian spiritualityTrade ReviewKeith Ward has long represented some of the most distinctive traditions of British theology at its best – a strong and lucid philosophical basis, a keen and informed engagement with natural science and a style of relaxed clarity which makes complex matters readily accessible. - Rowan Williams, Master of Magdalen College, Cambridge;Professor Ward's impassioned contribution to the debate on the authority of scripture . . . is bound to infuriate and delight in equal numbers - Publishing News.
£8.54
SPCK Publishing Tell All Bible Mark Translated by Paula Gooder
Book SynopsisA fresh new translation of Mark's Gospel by renowned Biblical scholar Dr Paula Gooder, with interactive storytelling tips from well-known children's author and performer Bob Hartman. Ideal for use in churches, in all-age worship, in children's groups and at home.
£10.44
SPCK Publishing A Year with Andrew White
Book Synopsis52 extended reflections on life and faith from the perspective of a man of great faith and courage who lives in constant danger.Trade ReviewA Year with Andrew White is not a book of "feel good" meditations. Canon White takes us into the real world. Having spent most of his life ministering and being a peace negotiator in the Middle East (especially Bagdad and Jerusalem) he makes us readers face the horrific truths of a suffering world which includes kidnapping and terrorism. A world that is almost unrecognisable to readers in the comfortable West. With each daily meditation throughout the year Andrew White confronts us with the sadnesses and pain that is part of the daily life in the Middle East. However, Andrew White insists that "the true solution to pain, destruction and death is love." This book is therefore one that will bring comfort, healing, encouragement and hope to his readers. * David Suchet, CBE *In this moving book Andrew White, dear friend and colleague, welcomes us all into the deepest intimacy of the tears and turmoil of his life as he takes us to the heart of his relationship with God in Christ. Within his prophetic and passionate advocacy of the poor and persecuted, we find a Christian leader wrestling with doubt and difficulties, faith and failure - and finding the Lord sufficient in all circumstances. To be truly honest, I find it amazing that in spite of health issues that would leave most of us crushed and helpless, Andrew carries on his inspiring and international work which continues to change lives. Read this book; it may change yours! * George Carey (Baron Carey of Clifton), 103rd Archbishop of Canterbury *
£14.39
SPCK Publishing Too Soon
Book SynopsisThe purpose of this book is to inform, encourage and support all women who have experienced pregnancy loss, enabling them to find the strength they need to move forward. This 30-day devotional helps mothers who have lost children start to come to terms with what has happened.
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SPCK Publishing Yours Truly Parables and Stories
Book SynopsisA collection of modern-day parables and stories.Trade ReviewSpellbinding * Paul Kerensa, comedian and author *Brilliantly written * Rosemary Conley CBE *Delightful * Revd Cindy Kent, MBE *
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SPCK Publishing Facing Fear 365
Book SynopsisIn a culture of chaos and confusion, the words of the Bible speak hope. This beautiful book of 365 daily reflections will help you cultivate courage and fight fear with faith as you live out each day.
£15.29
SPCK Publishing Stick with Love
Book SynopsisThe Archbishop of York's Advent Book for 2023Trade Review"What a delight... a fascinating mix of characters whose stories bring to life the Way of Love to which Jesus calls us all." -- The Most Revd Michael B. Curry, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church on STICK WITH LOVE"Full of storytelling, memoir and theological reflection... easy to read but packed with depth and insight, [Stick with Love] takes us on a journey in the inspirational company of the saints of God, from many parts of the world and periods of history. This is a wonderful Advent companion in the journey towards Christmas." -- Dr Paula R. Gooder, Canon Chancellor of St Paul’s Cathedral, author and speaker on STICK WITH LOVE"In a world where difference can be exploited for hate, injustice, violence and oppression, this book models how to stick with love. Using stories of people from throughout the world, Bishop Arun Arora beautifully embodies the new community that Jesus both offers and energises - a new community of justice, grace and hope. A must-read book for Advent for both individuals and groups." -- The Revd Professor David Wilkinson, Durham University on STICK WITH LOVE"Bishop Arun leads us through Advent with his characteristic wisdom and insight. This is an exciting way of engaging with one of the most spiritually intense periods of the Church's year... a wonderful book.?" -- Canon Giles Fraser, Vicar of St Anne’s. Kew, journalist and broadcaster on STICK WITH LOVE"Reading this was like spending an afternoon with Bishop Arun at the pub, where he warmly introduced me to some fascinating people who all had something unique to teach me about faith. Stick with Love encourages us to pull out the tent pegs of the Church and stretch the canvas to cover more people and invite them into the story of God. It is brimming with Advent hope." -- The Revd Jayne Manfredi, BBC Radio 4 ‘Thought for the Day’ contributor and broadcaster on STICK WITH LOVE"A beautifully written Advent book, which brings its stories in an accessible but challenging way, carried by giants of faith, some of whom you'll know and some of whom you might be meeting for the first time... Bishop Arun gathers the beautifully diverse family of faith around the table to learn and reflect as we prepare for the great feast that is to come." -- Canon Kate Bottley, priest, journalist and presenter on STICK WITH LOVE
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SPCK Publishing Hope Rising 365
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Yale University Press Freuds Moses
Book SynopsisWinner of the 1992 National Jewish Book Award, this provides insights into Freud's feelings toward his own Judaism. Yerushalmi analyzes Freud's intentions in writing "Moses and Monotheism", presenting the work as Freud's psychoanalytic history of the Jews, Jewdaism and the Jewish psyche.
£24.94
Yale University Press The First and Second Letters to Timothy
Book SynopsisThe letters of Paul to Timothy, one of his favorite delegates, often make for difficult reading. This book provides a commentary that will help lay readers navigate the letters and better understand their place within the context Paul's teachings.
£54.62
Zondervan Devotions for a Deeper Life
Book SynopsisOswald Chambers, the renowned theologian and writer of My Utmost for His Highest, offers a devotional to help believers deepen their relationship with Christ.
£11.69
Zondervan The Story Devotional
Book SynopsisFind your place in God’s Epic Story. This 365 devotional shows how God weaves His plan throughout time. As you enjoy moments with Him daily, you’ll see His plan for this place and this time of your life begin to unfold.The Story Devotional is also a wonderful companion to the bestselling Bible The Story.Spend every day reading God’s story, and let Him be the author of your life.
£14.24
