Product Description

Bible (BAI-buhl) n. 1. Collection of books. 2. Inspired Word of God. 3. Story of salvation.

Perhaps you know very little about the Bible … or enough to realize there’s so much more to discover! Maybe your previous attempts to read the Bible have not been fruitful, and you don’t get much out of the readings at Mass. You observe the role the Bible plays in the lives of others and feel that you’re missing something.

The How-To Book of the Bible, by Karl A. Schultz, is your key to unlocking this treasure. Unlike other Bible-related books, this one not only introduces you to the Scriptures but also helps you develop a deep, fulfilling, and lasting bond with the Bible.

In this complete guide you receive:

• Guidance on breaking the Bible into manageable parts

• Examples of the Bible’s pervasive presence within the Church

• An explanation of the divine inspiration of the Bible in light of its human authorship

• A Catholic approach to the Bible, with its dynamic understanding of God’s word

• Step-by-step guidelines on reading, meditating, praying, contemplating, and applying the Bible, both by yourself and with others

• Background on eras, events, peoples, sections, books, and passages of the Bible

Discover how to:

• Distinguish between Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, and Jewish Bibles

• Choose a Bible with a translation and format that meets your individual needs

• Recognize the human development of the Bible and relate it to your life

• Develop a customized reading plan that gives you the Bible’s big picture and highlights

• Make sense of puzzling passages

• Recognize levels of meaning in the Bible and in your life

• Read each Gospel with greater appreciation of its uniqueness and complementarity

• Contemplate the main themes and variations in the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ suffering, death, and resurrection, and develop personal applications

• Understand St. Paul, his ministry, and his letters

• Experience the consoling and motivational message of the letter to the Hebrews and the Catholic epistles

• Interpret the Book of Revelation properly and personally

• Read the Old Testament prudently and in its context

• Pray and live the Psalms

• Relate to the Historical, Wisdom, and Prophetic books

• Bring the Bible to life! Bring the Bible into your life!

And look for: The How-To Book of the Mass by Michael Dubruiel Explains the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Offers a walk-through of the Mass. Includes helpful hints and insights from Tradition. And more.

The How-To Book of Catholic Devotions by Mike Aquilina and Regis J. Flaherty Includes dozens of devotional rites and rituals. Features the history of each devotion and a reflection on its importance in one’s prayer life. Examines traditional forms of prayer. And more.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #160850 in Books
• Published on: 2004-09-30
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 351 pages

Customer Reviews

A great Catholic resource
Including basic information on how to approach meaningful, Catholic Bible study, this book moves beyond this to include keys to establishing a deeper "bond" with the Bible. The book is an entertaining, comprehensive resource from a trusted source and will be an excellent companion for either novice Bible readers or those looking to deepen their scholarship of scripture. Interesting sidebars, charts and other resources abound.

Dynamic
In the How-To Book of the Bible, Karl Schultz provides an excellent understanding of the Catholic approach to Scripture. This gem of a book is unique, presenting the political, geographic and cultural components of the time, in addition to being a good reference for understanding the individual books of both the Old and New Testaments. For both the beginner and more advanced readers, the How-To Book of the Bible will further an understanding of prayerful meditation, during both happy and more painful moments, through the help of the Holy Spirit.

Boy, this really helped me {:^)
This book helped me get past the daunting task of opening the Bible. I know I sound lame but as a Catholic, I had no idea how or where to start.

This book helped me get the dust off the Good Book and start to read it.

I would recommend this book to any Catholic or even non-Catholic for great advice on where to start, how to absorb and synthesis its contents, and live out the message.

A very good book that gently guides you through the Bible.