The step stone bible : people, places, & things along the way.
The step stone bible : people, places, & things along the way.
Title from preface: CEB
- xi, 1552 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 22 cm
"The Common English Bible (CEB) ... is a fresh translation of the Bible. Some editions include the Apocrypha that is used in Anglican, Orthodox, and Catholic congregations"--Preface.
The Step Stone Bible makes it is easy for readers to learn historical and cultural facts about the people and practices in the Bible. Unique to the market, it's a full Bible and handbook in one. The detailed book introductions give the who, what, where, when, and why for each book of the Bible. Readers also will find interesting sidebar articles throughout about important and interesting characters, life-and-times details, and useful information about the world during Bible times. The articles were written by leading scholars in their field, so this new Bible has the same scholastic reliability one expects from the Common English Bible brand. The book also includes articles and map indexes. The readability of the CEB translation coupled with the introductions and articles make this a perfect first Bible for those wanting to deepen their biblical knowledge. It's a must-have for every personal or church library. The details and broad overview in each book mean readers may enjoy reading the Bible without having to turn to an outside reference book.
9781609260637 1609260635
Bible. English.
220 / BIB
"The Common English Bible (CEB) ... is a fresh translation of the Bible. Some editions include the Apocrypha that is used in Anglican, Orthodox, and Catholic congregations"--Preface.
The Step Stone Bible makes it is easy for readers to learn historical and cultural facts about the people and practices in the Bible. Unique to the market, it's a full Bible and handbook in one. The detailed book introductions give the who, what, where, when, and why for each book of the Bible. Readers also will find interesting sidebar articles throughout about important and interesting characters, life-and-times details, and useful information about the world during Bible times. The articles were written by leading scholars in their field, so this new Bible has the same scholastic reliability one expects from the Common English Bible brand. The book also includes articles and map indexes. The readability of the CEB translation coupled with the introductions and articles make this a perfect first Bible for those wanting to deepen their biblical knowledge. It's a must-have for every personal or church library. The details and broad overview in each book mean readers may enjoy reading the Bible without having to turn to an outside reference book.
9781609260637 1609260635
Bible. English.
220 / BIB