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Archive for December, 2008


Preparing to Read the Bible

Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Preparing to Read the Bible

Making a commitment to read through all the various texts of the Bible is no simple task, and even more daunting is coming to understand all of it after you’ve read it through.  Thus comes the necessity for student Bibles; Bibles that design programs for you to manage your Bible reading time and also help you to understand God’s word.  When it comes to reading the Bible, it’s quite easy to get discouraged tackling the archaic language and terminology, and also making sense of books like Judges.  With a student Bible you can find the passages you want to read, and understand all the little details. 

If you’re looking for a holiday gift for a religious friend or family member, a student Bible will be a much appreciated addition to their collection. 


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Interpreting God’s Word

Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Interpreting God’s Word

The Bible is without a doubt the canonical text of the last several millennia, but because of its age, it’s not always easy to interpret.  Even if you can understand every word you read, it’s also difficult to determine the exact message, or point that God is trying to communicate.  Thus having a book with Bible commentaries is quite helpful.  Bible commentaries are written by respected scholars of both religion and the written word, and many even understand Latin or Hebrew, able to understand God’s word in its most purest form.  If you’re interested in gaining insight into God’s word, owning a book of bible commentaries is a great idea.

Texts containing bible translation and commentary are available in hundreds of different editions, though in many cases newer editions will compile the best insights of past and present editions to create the most accurate or accepted interpretation. 


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