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A comprehensive, easy-to-use, and beautifully illustrated guide to more than 500 Biblical characters. What made Abraham, a peaceful man, become a warrior? Who were the women in King David's life? When was the last king of Judah led off into captivity? Was Mary Magdalene a sinner or a woman possessed? The pages of the Bible are filled with stories of fascinating men and women: saints and sinners, the faithful and the foolish, lovers and liars, giants and generals, priests and prophets, the brave and the cowardly, heathens and healers, the pious and the pitiful. All in all, Who's Who in the Bible is an invaluable companion to your family Bible as well as an outstanding reference book. You will turn to its attractive, fact-checked pages again and again for essential background information and spiritual enrichment.--… (more)
From the dust jacket: The book contains little known aspects of well-known characters, as well as descriptions of little-known characters from the bible; also maps, genealogies, meanings of names, cross references and a full index, and nearly 400 color illustrations.
A comprehensive, easy-to-use, and beautifully illustrated guide to more than 500 Biblical characters. What made Abraham, a peaceful man, become a warrior? Who were the women in King David's life? When was the last king of Judah led off into captivity? Was Mary Magdalene a sinner or a woman possessed? The pages of the Bible are filled with stories of fascinating men and women: saints and sinners, the faithful and the foolish, lovers and liars, giants and generals, priests and prophets, the brave and the cowardly, heathens and healers, the pious and the pitiful. All in all, Who's Who in the Bible is an invaluable companion to your family Bible as well as an outstanding reference book. You will turn to its attractive, fact-checked pages again and again for essential background information and spiritual enrichment.--
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From the back cover: "Who's Who in the Bible offers a complete listing of every person who appears in the most significant collection of religious writings in history. Each entry included the pronunciation and meaning of the person's name, an approximate birth date when possible, Scripture references, and an account of the person's religious and historical significance. Some 4,000 individuals appear in all, with nearly 400 extended profiles of such significant people as Jesus, Moses, Esther, Isaiah, David, and Mary. Informative and easy to use, Who's Who in the Bible is the perfect reference for families, students, teachers--anyone interested in knowing more about the Bible."
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