101 Surprising Facts About the Bible How well do you really know the Bible?
The Bible is the Word of God, but even on a human level it stands apart. No other book has sold so many copies; been translated into so many languages; been so often adapted, recited, and performed; or took so many years (centuries!) to write.
In 101 Surprising Facts About the Bible, Rick Rotondi recounts the story of how the Bible was written, translated, published, and proclaimed. Join him as he explores the mysteries of the Bible, unpacks its prophecies, and examines how this ancient text is a living word—a rule of life and a letter from God addressed personally to you.
Read and learn:
• How Alexander the Great helped shape the Bible (Fact 14)
• The age of the oldest copy of the Bible (Fact 16)
• God’s other means of Revelation (Facts 24 and 25)
• When Christ appeared in the
Old Testament (Fact 38)
• The striking prophecy of the Crucifixion, 1,000 years in advance (Fact 65)
• How the Bible has a sense of humor (Fact 82)
• How the Bible transformed civilization (Fact 85)
• . . . and much, much more!
101 Surprising Facts About the Bible is a fascinating guide to the Word of God. In these pages, learn new facts about the Bible, test your knowledge of it—and make its amazing treasures your own.
Includes scores of beautiful full-color illustrations and a glossary of biblical terms.
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Christianity: Why It's True, Why It Matters, and Why It's Good For You
You think you know about Christianity, but did you know...
• God likes "organized religion"; it's clear from both the New and Old Testaments
• Christians have always believed that men and women are equal
• The correct pronoun for angels is "he"
• Science was stillborn everywhere outside the Christian West
• Christianity, which first taught the world to value victims, is now the victim of a victimhood culture
• Many "miracles" are actually historical facts
• Famous atheists haven't been disinterested seekers of truth, but individuals with "issues" of their own
• Planned Parenthood kills more people every six days than the Spanish Inquisition killed in 350 years
About the Author
Michael Foley is an associate professor of patristics in the Great Texts Program at Baylor University. He is also the author of Drinking with the Saints: The Sinner's Guide to a Holy Happy Hour
Dimensions & Specifications
101 Surprising Facts About the Bible
• Measures: 8.5" x 11"
• ISBN: 9781505112511
• Author: Rick Rotondi
• Format: Paperback
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Christianity: Why It's True, Why It Matters, and Why It's Good For You
• ISBN: 1621575209
• Author: Michael Foley
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 256
101 Surprising Facts About the Bible & The Politically Incorrect Guide to Christianity (2 Book Set)
$41.94