The One Hour Bible: From Adam to Apocalypse in Sixty Minutes - Softcover

Law, Philip

 
9780281079643: The One Hour Bible: From Adam to Apocalypse in Sixty Minutes

Synopsis

Adam and Eve and the forbidden fruit, Jacob and the stairway to heaven, Joseph and his brothers, Moses and the Exodus, Samson and Delilah, David and Goliath, Jonah and the whale, the life and teachings of Jesus, the birth of Christianity. . . the Bible is full of dramatic stories that have made it the world’s bestselling book. But whoever has time to read it all from cover to cover?Now, at last, here’s a way of getting to know the Bible without having to read every chapter and verse. No summary, no paraphrase, no commentary: just the Bible’s own story in the Bible’s own words.

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About the Author

SPCK is renowned for its stationery. The Church Pocket Book and Diary, which is regularly updated to meet current needs, has become a classic.

From the Back Cover

[Category: Bibles]


Adam and Eve and the forbidden fruit, Jacob and the stairway to heaven, Joseph and his brothers, Moses and the Exodus, Samson and Delilah, David and Goliath, Jonah and the whale, the life and teachings of Jesus, the birth of Christianity . . . the Bible is full of dramatic stories that have made it the world's bestselling book. But whoever has time to read it all from cover to cover?

Now, at last, here's a way of getting to know the Bible without having to read every chapter and verse. No summary, no paraphrase, no commentary: just the Bible's own story in the Bible's own words.

'What an amazing concept! This compelling, concise, slimmed-down Scripture is a must for anyone who finds those sixty-six books a tad daunting.'
Paul Kerensa, comedian and script writer

'A brilliant and inventive taster.'
Sister Wendy Beckett, writer and broadcaster

'I recommend The One Hour Bible to all who want to learn about the unconditional love that God extends to everyone.'
Sir Cliff Richard, musician and philanthropist

'Stories of love and teaching for life - and more besides.'
Dame Sarah Mullally, Bishop of London

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