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Holy Bible: The Narrated Bible NIV
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"The Narrated Bible, "unique in concept and design, combines chronological accuracy, typographic innovation, and an easy-to-read format featuring the widely acclaimed NIV text. A beloved favorite--not with a new cover. "The Narrated Bible "is the only chronological presentation of God's Word with devotional commentary to guide the reader, including-- th
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(first published January 1920)
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Betsy
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fans of other fictional adventures such as harry potter or lord of the rings
Holy shit (literally). This book is riveting. It is a fictional novel based on the life of a guy named Jesus who is one badass motherfucker. The book chronicles some of his totally rad and awesome adventures, such as turning water into wine and coming out of a cave after he died! Any lover of fictional adventure books such as harry potter will love this book. It does have some slower parts, but it picks right back up every couple of chapters (the chapters are creatively named after people!)...more
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INTRODUCTION
In a season of inspiration, I read the Bible (“New International Version”) cover-to-cover, just a little bit each day, over the course of almost two years when I was 19-20. I don’t recommend reading any book this way, especially one with as many characters and story lines as the Bible. In truth, I’m still not sure how much I got out of it, but like the very last straggler crossing the finish line in a marathon, I’ll claim my “read” status, even if it should bear some sort...more
In a season of inspiration, I read the Bible (“New International Version”) cover-to-cover, just a little bit each day, over the course of almost two years when I was 19-20. I don’t recommend reading any book this way, especially one with as many characters and story lines as the Bible. In truth, I’m still not sure how much I got out of it, but like the very last straggler crossing the finish line in a marathon, I’ll claim my “read” status, even if it should bear some sort...more
As nothing more than a piece of literature, this isn't even a good book. As a basis for religion, life, and/or government, it's dangerous. The entire Old Testament is filled to the brim with outrageous fiction and illustration after illustration of a diety who can't make up his mind, doesn't think rationally and is ruled by emotion, and reigns down punishment on beings he created, knowing that the very composition of their beings would lead them away from his will. This diety created two imperfe...more
Carole Bartholomeaux
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I got my first Bible in 1974 and have been reading the Bible nearly daily since then. I have at least six Bibles. Two of them are falling apart, I've read them so much. God has such a great sense of humor. Whatever page I turn to, there is a message of what I need that day. I was born three months premature and the doctors did not expect me to live. Prayer made the difference. I cannot get through a day without prayer; I do not know how anyone does. The Bible helps me through the worst t...more
How does one rate the Bible? Honestly. I’ve just spent the past 20 minutes reading GR reviews. The glowing reviews made me laugh (oh you, lol). The bad reviews made me laugh (oh you, lol).
I’ve only ever read translations, so I can’t rightfully give it 5 stars. And I’m not interested in learning a foreign language for the sole purpose of reading it, so I probably never will give it 5 stars. But it has been around for a very long time and most of the books published in the worl...more
I’ve only ever read translations, so I can’t rightfully give it 5 stars. And I’m not interested in learning a foreign language for the sole purpose of reading it, so I probably never will give it 5 stars. But it has been around for a very long time and most of the books published in the worl...more
Well, I followed some of the advice that this "good book" laid out and guess what? I was arrested and prosecuted for participating in acts of rape, murder, genocide, arson, and slave ownership. What gives? How am I supposed to derive a sense of morality if not from an ancient "chaotically cobbled-together anthology of disjointed documents, composed, revised, translated, distorted, and 'improved' by hundreds of anonymous authors, editors and copyists, unknown to us and mostly unkno...more
It would be an understatement to say that this book changed my life. Knowing this book and its author is my life. Just today I read Psalms 81 and Romans 5 and it breathed life and mystery into me for my day. I have learned to better love the Saviour and hero of this book, Jesus Christ, and what my identity and life is in him.
I would say that this book best compares to the food and water that we need for our bodies. In the same way we desire more food and drink throughout our day, so ...more
I would say that this book best compares to the food and water that we need for our bodies. In the same way we desire more food and drink throughout our day, so ...more
Marx said religion was the opiate of the masses, it's more like religion is the skirts feebleminded people hide behind to flee from personal responsibility and thought.
Sad this bunch of dross inspired so much violence and hatred through the centuries and still does.
ETA: Had to read this again for summer 2009 class - it's even more unbelievable to me after a refresher that anyone could believe one word of this and think it's the word of anything but humans bent on building...more
Sad this bunch of dross inspired so much violence and hatred through the centuries and still does.
ETA: Had to read this again for summer 2009 class - it's even more unbelievable to me after a refresher that anyone could believe one word of this and think it's the word of anything but humans bent on building...more
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I'm working on a major project, and I figured, since I've got several books on my currently-reading list that I'm not likely to complete for years, I might as well add another, and share my progress here.
I am trying to read the entire Bible, as an adult, for real (no cheating, skimming, or skipping, not even dietary rules or geneologies). I have been meaning to do this since childhood, because, beyond the religious aspect, I feel that the Bible (or at least some big chunks of it) is...more
I am trying to read the entire Bible, as an adult, for real (no cheating, skimming, or skipping, not even dietary rules or geneologies). I have been meaning to do this since childhood, because, beyond the religious aspect, I feel that the Bible (or at least some big chunks of it) is...more
i learned why do i live! the purpose of God, the sacrifice of God to the calvary and a lot,lot more
There's a reason why Christians love to recite verse: taken out of context, much of this is compelling and insightful and beautiful. In context, however, it's a big old mess. It is exactly as if people had picked up a bunch of random writings written by different people at different times and tried to stuff them together as one cohesive work. One work that many different people would then try to perfect, changing a word here or there. Trying to read it straight through is a chore, one I don't en...more
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The Bible, Hmm, how do you review God's Word? people have attacked it, scientists have expended their best energies trying to disprove it, governments have butchered millions to kill it, bu it remains 'For if their purpose or activity is of human origin, it will fail, but if it is from God, you will not be able to stop these men; you will only find yourselves fighting against God.'
borrrr-ing.
The Holy Bible is a fictional historical epic with elements of fantasy, and the supernatural in general. Epic is a word not out of place here, for the Holy Bible is indeed a very hefty read. There are actually various versions of the texts, the Hebrew and the Christian. I will talk about the Christian edition here, so when I say Holy Bible I will refer to it.
The Holy Bible is primarily divided into two big chapters; the first is called the Old Testament, and the other the New Testament...more
The Holy Bible is primarily divided into two big chapters; the first is called the Old Testament, and the other the New Testament...more
As a people's history of the divine and the Christian religion, The Bible is good and worthy of reading/studying; there is a lot to learn from it, especially from the teachings of Christ. It details the history of a certain people, in a certain geographical location and their particular perception of who or what god is. As a historical-religious document, it's important. My favorite parts are the book of Psalms and the Sermon on the Mount.
However, I think it fails as the "wo...more
However, I think it fails as the "wo...more
There's too much to be said about this book.
When you cut away any socio-political feelings you may have about it, there's no denying it's sheer importance in the literature world. Not even Shakespeare comes close.
As a pragmatic spiritual guide for living, it also can't be topped. So, so much of Western and Eastern culture is based in it's concepts. Love it or hate it, but you're probably a product of it.
If you're a believer you probably regard this as a five-s...more
When you cut away any socio-political feelings you may have about it, there's no denying it's sheer importance in the literature world. Not even Shakespeare comes close.
As a pragmatic spiritual guide for living, it also can't be topped. So, so much of Western and Eastern culture is based in it's concepts. Love it or hate it, but you're probably a product of it.
If you're a believer you probably regard this as a five-s...more
I have been reading this book since 1992, the year prior to my salvation January 4, 1993. I love this book above all the books I own. This book is why I live, breathe and have my being. I love Jesus with all my heart and because of Him I am living; la dolce vita ~ "the sweet life." If you want to know more about Jesus, you can visit my blogs at:
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I have many blogs on their feel free to browse around.
Tina
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Tina
This is my BESTSELLER EVER!!! I started reading the Bible when I was still a High School student, on and off in college and through adulthood! But more and more so now! As in daily! And it is my source of wisdom, strength, guidance, everything. Because the bible is God-breathed! So go and start reading it daily you book worm! And after you've read all it's books, you can read it all over again and still get fresh revelations!
MichelleMarie
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The only book to CHANGE the course of my life. To give me hope, something to feed on, something to guide me when I am lost, something to make me cry, fills me with awe, helps me find words to express and pray
Annalise
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This is THE book to read. Everyone should read it. It has the way to true, eternal, wonderful life. It teaches you what is right and wrong. Everyone should get one.
This is a great read! You'll never want to put it down. It has all the answers you're looking for and is beautifully written by God!
Basically the work of tribesman not much different from now: brains baked by the sun, misogynist, scared, righteous, and deluded. And then, sandwiched here and there, beautiful ideas in beautiful language. But why are we still dominated by the thoughts and fears and bias of a culture long gone?
This is the actual Bible I own (didn't know I could find it online)colors are really fun. Definitely enjoy reading it, particularly Esther, psalms, Ecclesiastes, John, Romans (and many other passages from the epistles). It's more than amazing, I live by this, it's the Word of God!
Really interesting, but it tries to hard to be enlightening, the plot moves at a "Lost moses in desert pace" and the prose is a little dull. I am however, looking forward to the authors next work Bible 2: The Son Returns.
Ok, so all I can say about this book is that it's my life. It's a powerful, fascinating book that contains the words of God. No other book can even compare. God's the greatest author I know.
Jennifer
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It's the inspired Word of God. It's THE guide to life and how to live it. Everyone needs to know the truths revealed in the Bible. I can't say enough to do it justice.
So,I can't imagine a better read than this one. I'm on my church's reading schedule.
The Holy Bible is a letter from God about His family. He tells about His sons and daughters such as Moses, Abraham, and Deborah, and most of all, tells us how we can be saved through His Son Jesus Christ. The last section of this book, called the New Testament, explains how Jesus, who was God's Son, came to earth in the form of a man, and gave His life so that we could go to heaven to be with Him. Three of my favourite quotes from this book are "God so loved the world that He gave His one a
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Looked at from a literary stand point, this book doesn't live up to it's hype.
The tone is uneven, there are long, dry stretches where the author just lists stuff, an awful lot of characters to keep track of, most of which don't get much in the way of character development, or are written out just as they start to get interesting.
It also presents a lot of dubious information as history, and there's an awful lot of sex and violence.
Plot threads are introduced that don't seem to...more
The tone is uneven, there are long, dry stretches where the author just lists stuff, an awful lot of characters to keep track of, most of which don't get much in the way of character development, or are written out just as they start to get interesting.
It also presents a lot of dubious information as history, and there's an awful lot of sex and violence.
Plot threads are introduced that don't seem to...more
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