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The Didache Complete Course #2
Understanding The Scriptures: A Complete Course On Bible Study
This book by Dr. Scott Hahn presents a Catholic approach to Scripture, highlighting the theme of covenant. Tracing a path through salvation history, the book explains the various books of the Bible and the importance of each event in salvation history. Understanding the Scriptures will provide an understanding of Sacred Scripture so critical to the Catholic Faith.
The Didache Complete Course Series is a series of four high school textbooks, teacher's manuals, and student workbooks published by Midwest Theological Forum. Each title spans one academic year. As of 2009, they were being used in about one-third Catholic high schools.
This textbook is published with ecclesiastical approval from the Archdiocese of Chicago, and it has been granted conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church by the USCCB Subcommittee on the Catechism.
The Didache Complete Course Series is a series of four high school textbooks, teacher's manuals, and student workbooks published by Midwest Theological Forum. Each title spans one academic year. As of 2009, they were being used in about one-third Catholic high schools.
This textbook is published with ecclesiastical approval from the Archdiocese of Chicago, and it has been granted conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church by the USCCB Subcommittee on the Catechism.
560 pages, Hardcover
First published April 8, 2005
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About the author
Scott Hahn
407 books1,290 followersScott Hahn is a renowned Catholic theologian, apologist, speaker, and bestselling author whose work has had a profound impact on contemporary biblical theology and Catholic thought. A former Presbyterian minister, Hahn converted to Catholicism in 1986 after an intense personal and theological journey, which he details in his popular book Rome Sweet Home, co-written with his wife, Kimberly Hahn. Their story of conversion has inspired countless readers around the world and remains a landmark in modern Catholic apologetics.
Hahn holds the Father Michael Scanlan Chair of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he has taught since 1990. He is also the founder and president of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting biblical literacy among the laity and biblical fluency among clergy. Through the Center, Hahn leads a wide range of initiatives, including publications, pilgrimages, Bible studies, and the scholarly journal Letter and Spirit.
Educated at Grove City College (B.A.), Gordon–Conwell Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and Marquette University (Ph.D. in Systematic Theology), Hahn brings a deep academic foundation to his work. His dissertation, Kinship by Covenant, was later published by Yale University Press and received praise for its theological insight and scholarly rigor.
Throughout his career, Hahn has emphasized the covenant as the key to understanding salvation history, showing how the biblical narrative reveals a divine plan that unites all of humanity into God's family. His works explore themes such as the Eucharist, the role of Mary, the sacraments, and the authority of the Church, often drawing on the writings of the early Church Fathers to bridge the ancient faith with modern understanding.
He is the author or editor of over forty books, including The Lamb’s Supper, Hail, Holy Queen, First Comes Love, Letter and Spirit, Swear to God, Reasons to Believe, The Creed, The Fourth Cup, and Holy Is His Name. Many of his books have become staples in Catholic households, study groups, and seminaries.
In addition to his writing, Hahn is a highly sought-after speaker, having delivered thousands of lectures across the United States and abroad. He appears regularly on EWTN and has collaborated with Lighthouse Catholic Media to bring his teachings to an even broader audience.
Scott Hahn lives in Ohio with his wife Kimberly. They have six children and numerous grandchildren. Together, the Hahns continue to lead efforts in evangelization and Catholic education, embodying a lifelong commitment to deepening faith and understanding through Scripture and tradition.
Hahn holds the Father Michael Scanlan Chair of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he has taught since 1990. He is also the founder and president of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting biblical literacy among the laity and biblical fluency among clergy. Through the Center, Hahn leads a wide range of initiatives, including publications, pilgrimages, Bible studies, and the scholarly journal Letter and Spirit.
Educated at Grove City College (B.A.), Gordon–Conwell Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and Marquette University (Ph.D. in Systematic Theology), Hahn brings a deep academic foundation to his work. His dissertation, Kinship by Covenant, was later published by Yale University Press and received praise for its theological insight and scholarly rigor.
Throughout his career, Hahn has emphasized the covenant as the key to understanding salvation history, showing how the biblical narrative reveals a divine plan that unites all of humanity into God's family. His works explore themes such as the Eucharist, the role of Mary, the sacraments, and the authority of the Church, often drawing on the writings of the early Church Fathers to bridge the ancient faith with modern understanding.
He is the author or editor of over forty books, including The Lamb’s Supper, Hail, Holy Queen, First Comes Love, Letter and Spirit, Swear to God, Reasons to Believe, The Creed, The Fourth Cup, and Holy Is His Name. Many of his books have become staples in Catholic households, study groups, and seminaries.
In addition to his writing, Hahn is a highly sought-after speaker, having delivered thousands of lectures across the United States and abroad. He appears regularly on EWTN and has collaborated with Lighthouse Catholic Media to bring his teachings to an even broader audience.
Scott Hahn lives in Ohio with his wife Kimberly. They have six children and numerous grandchildren. Together, the Hahns continue to lead efforts in evangelization and Catholic education, embodying a lifelong commitment to deepening faith and understanding through Scripture and tradition.
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July 13, 2022
This is, without a doubt, one of the most important books I have ever read (and will remain one of the most important). This book EXCELLENTLY recounts episode after episode the story of God's loving plan for the world. Understanding the Scriptures: A Complete Course on Bible Study pays homage to the wonderful fact of God as Creator, how man sinned, and how history led up to the birth of our Dear Savior! It recounts the story of the kings of Israel, their goodness, wickedness, faithfulness, and treachery. If you want to learn anything about the Bible, you will undoubtedly find it inside this book! Understanding the Scriptures: A Complete Course on Bible Study will definitely help you understand the Scriptures-- a critical part of our Catholic Faith! I am unabashed to say that this is on my list of top ten favorite books! I would recommend it to anyone!
September 25, 2009
My junior year of high school religion text book. Written by Scott Hahn, the renowned Franciscan University professor, this book is a useful introduction to how Catholics read and interpret scripture. I didn't appreciate it when I read it back in high school, but now that I'm more devoted to defending my faith, I see what a great tool it really was/is.
February 13, 2018
This book really helped me understand and appreciate all aspects of the Bible much more.
May 21, 2010
Good introduction to the Bible for anyone just starting to read it.
June 18, 2010
Best reference I've seen for any Catholic who wants to wade through the Bible faithfully according to our Tradition.
October 12, 2011
This is such a great and thorough Bible study! It will take me a while to finish this book, but I am enjoying reading the Holy Bible from cover to cover right along with it (NAB version).
February 27, 2022
Well it took five years, but I just finished the whole textbook this morning. Definitely will read again and investigate the rest in the series.
April 20, 2020
Read this book after hearing Scott Hahn speak at our church and decided it would be my Lenten project. As a forever Catholic I’ve always wanted to learn more about scripture. This book was very instrumental in my quest. Very clear and well written. I will read it again for further understanding.
February 20, 2010
This textbook is FANTASTIC!!! Undoubtedly, without question THE BEST textbook on the study of the Bible for high school students. I'm looking forward to using this with my daughter!
January 12, 2022
I love Scott Hahn, I have been so drawn to him over the past few years. His Catholicism is something I would love to replicate. I love going into Catholic bookstores just knowing anything written by him will be worthwhile. I love that he is a convert who writes and speaks with such love of God. This book I studied and love how he writes. It will be a very helpful tool to use in the future.
April 30, 2019
It must be remembered that this is a text book and should be approached as such. It takes much more work but is outstanding.
November 12, 2019
Really great course!
January 28, 2020
Exceptionally exceptional
July 12, 2024
I enjoyed this book! It is the whole bible shorten! So easy to understand new concepts.
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February 24, 2025
read it for my religion class, I'm so ready for summer!!!
April 8, 2025
School but super cool! 🤓👍
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