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The Complete Dead Sea Scrolls in English

de Dr Geza Vermes ...

The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls in the Judaean desert between 1947 and 1956 transformed our understanding of the Hebrew Bible, early Judaism and the origins of Christianity. These extraordinary manuscripts appear to have been hidden in the caves at Quumran by members of the Essene community, a Jewish sect in existence before and during the time of Jesus. Some sixty years after the Scrolls' ... Leer más

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The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls in the Judaean desert between 1947 and 1956 transformed our understanding of the Hebrew Bible, early Judaism and the origins of Christianity. These extraordinary manuscripts appear to have been hidden in the caves at Quumran by members of the Essene community, a Jewish sect in existence before and during the time of Jesus. Some sixty years after the Scrolls'
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Hand Me Another Brick

Timeless Lessons on Leadership

de Charles Swindoll ...

Do others look to you for leadership? Do you face a major task or shoulder heavy responsibilities? Do you want to take your leadership skills to a higher level?When Nehemiah confronted the task of rebuilding Jerusalem's wall, he was heartbroken by the damage he saw and nearly overwhelmed by the task that lay before him. Yet through the application of timeless leadership principles, Nehemiah ... Leer más

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Do others look to you for leadership? Do you face a major task or shoulder heavy responsibilities? Do you want to take your leadership skills to a higher level?When Nehemiah confronted the task of rebuilding Jerusalem's wall, he was heartbroken by the damage he saw and nearly overwhelmed by the task that lay before him. Yet through the application of timeless leadership principles, Nehemiah
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Velvet Elvis

Repainting the Christian Faith

de Rob Bell ...

Velvet Elvis is the first book from Rob Bell, the New York Times bestselling author of Love Wins. Selected as one of 2011’s most influential people by Time Magazine, pastor Bell offers original and refreshingly personal perspectives on what Christianity is truly all about in Velvet Elvis. A vibrant voice for a new generation of Christians—the most recognizable Christian leader among young adults ... Leer más

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Velvet Elvis is the first book from Rob Bell, the New York Times bestselling author of Love Wins. Selected as one of 2011’s most influential people by Time Magazine, pastor Bell offers original and refreshingly personal perspectives on what Christianity is truly all about in Velvet Elvis. A vibrant voice for a new generation of Christians—the most recognizable Christian leader among young adults
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The 10 Best Books to Read for Easter: Selections to Inspire, Educate, & Provoke

Excerpts from new and classic titles by bestselling authors in the field, with an Introduction by James Martin, SJ.

de James Martin, Desmond Tutu, Mpho Tutu, Catherine Wolff, Ann Patchett, Candida Moss, Thomas H. Groome, C. S. Lewis, N. T. Wright, John Dominic Crossan, Jonathan Morris ...

With an Introduction by New York Times bestselling author James Martin, SJ, HarperOne presents The 10 Best Books to Read for Easter. This free sampler is a curated volume of excerpts from new and classic titles from leading authors in the field, including C. S. Lewis, N. T. Wright, Desmond Tutu, Ann Patchett, Candida Moss, John Dominic Crossan, Father Jonathan Morris, and Thomas H. Groome.The 10 ... Leer más

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With an Introduction by New York Times bestselling author James Martin, SJ, HarperOne presents The 10 Best Books to Read for Easter. This free sampler is a curated volume of excerpts from new and classic titles from leading authors in the field, including C. S. Lewis, N. T. Wright, Desmond Tutu, Ann Patchett, Candida Moss, John Dominic Crossan, Father Jonathan Morris, and Thomas H. Groome.The 10
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Immortality

The Quest to Live Forever and How It Drives Civilization

de Stephen Cave ...

If you could live forever, would you want to? Both a fascinating look at the history of our strive for immortality and an investigation into whether living forever is really all it’s cracked up to be.A fascinating work of popular philosophy and history that both enlightens and entertains, Stephen Cave investigates whether it just might be possible to live forever and whether we should want to. He ... Leer más

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If you could live forever, would you want to? Both a fascinating look at the history of our strive for immortality and an investigation into whether living forever is really all it’s cracked up to be.A fascinating work of popular philosophy and history that both enlightens and entertains, Stephen Cave investigates whether it just might be possible to live forever and whether we should want to. He
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Don't Give Up, Don't Give In

Lessons from an Extraordinary Life

de Louis Zamperini, David Rensin ...

New York Times bestsellerMore than 100,000 copies in printCompleted just two days before Louis Zamperini’s death at age ninety-seven, Don’t Give Up, Don’t Give In shares a lifetime of wisdom, insight, and humor from “one of the most incredible American lives of the past century” (People). Zamperini’s story has touched millions through Laura Hillenbrand’s biography Unbroken and its blockbuster ... Leer más

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New York Times bestsellerMore than 100,000 copies in printCompleted just two days before Louis Zamperini’s death at age ninety-seven, Don’t Give Up, Don’t Give In shares a lifetime of wisdom, insight, and humor from “one of the most incredible American lives of the past century” (People). Zamperini’s story has touched millions through Laura Hillenbrand’s biography Unbroken and its blockbuster
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The Last Ships from Hamburg

Business, Rivalry, and the Race to Save Russia’s Jews on the Eve of World War I

de Steven Ujifusa ...

"Thoroughly researched and beautifully written history."—New York Times Book Review“Absorbing . . . a David-and-Goliath tale of the industrial age.”—Wall Street JournalA propulsive human drama that chronicles the mass exodus of Jews from Eastern Europe to America in the early years of the twentieth century, and the men who made it possible.Over thirty years, from 1890 to 1921, 2.5 million Jews, ... Leer más

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"Thoroughly researched and beautifully written history."—New York Times Book Review“Absorbing . . . a David-and-Goliath tale of the industrial age.”—Wall Street JournalA propulsive human drama that chronicles the mass exodus of Jews from Eastern Europe to America in the early years of the twentieth century, and the men who made it possible.Over thirty years, from 1890 to 1921, 2.5 million Jews,
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Grateful

The Subversive Practice of Giving Thanks

de Diana Butler Bass ...

The Wilbur Award-winning book Grateful is now available in paperback and with an updated subtitle.If gratitude is good, why is it so hard to do? In Grateful, Diana Butler Bass untangles our conflicting understandings of gratitude and sets the table for a renewed spiritual practice of giving thanks.We know that gratitude is good, but many of us find it hard to sustain a meaningful life of ... Leer más

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The Wilbur Award-winning book Grateful is now available in paperback and with an updated subtitle.If gratitude is good, why is it so hard to do? In Grateful, Diana Butler Bass untangles our conflicting understandings of gratitude and sets the table for a renewed spiritual practice of giving thanks.We know that gratitude is good, but many of us find it hard to sustain a meaningful life of
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Holy Blood, Holy Grail Illustrated Edition

The Secret History of Jesus, the Shocking Legacy of the Grail

de Michael Baigent, Richard Leigh ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Is the classic, accepted view of the life of Christ in some way incomplete? The authors of The Messianic Legacy present a provocative and meticulously researched look at Christ and the history of Christianity, now featuring stunning illustrations and exclusive materials.“Enough to seriously challenge many traditional beliefs, if not alter them.”—Los Angeles Times Book ... Leer más

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Is the classic, accepted view of the life of Christ in some way incomplete? The authors of The Messianic Legacy present a provocative and meticulously researched look at Christ and the history of Christianity, now featuring stunning illustrations and exclusive materials.“Enough to seriously challenge many traditional beliefs, if not alter them.”—Los Angeles Times Book
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Experience Jesus. Really

Finding Refuge, Strength, and Wonder through Everyday Encounters with God

de John Eldredge ...

Discover how to fulfill the truest and deepest longings of your heart when you encounter the powerful and healing presence of Jesus.New York Times bestselling author John Eldredge reveals the path of the "ordinary mystic," and invites you into the refuge of experiencing deep, lasting, real communion with Jesus.In this present age, we are all becoming disciples of the Internet. We are addicted to ... Leer más

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Discover how to fulfill the truest and deepest longings of your heart when you encounter the powerful and healing presence of Jesus.New York Times bestselling author John Eldredge reveals the path of the "ordinary mystic," and invites you into the refuge of experiencing deep, lasting, real communion with Jesus.In this present age, we are all becoming disciples of the Internet. We are addicted to
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Magic: A History

From Alchemy to Witchcraft, from the Ice Age to the Present

de Chris Gosden ...

Magic: Unveiling the Enduring Power of an Ancient Art in Human HistoryIn Magic: A History, Oxford professor of archaeology Chris Gosden explores the unique and often misunderstood history of magic—the oldest and most neglected strand of human behavior. Gosden reveals magic's essential role in shaping civilizations, from the curses and charms of ancient Greek, Roman, and Jewish traditions to the ... Leer más

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Magic: Unveiling the Enduring Power of an Ancient Art in Human HistoryIn Magic: A History, Oxford professor of archaeology Chris Gosden explores the unique and often misunderstood history of magic—the oldest and most neglected strand of human behavior. Gosden reveals magic's essential role in shaping civilizations, from the curses and charms of ancient Greek, Roman, and Jewish traditions to the
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The New Testament in Its World

An Introduction to the History, Literature, and Theology of the First Christians

de N. T. Wright, Michael F. Bird ...

Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A readable, one-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright.An ideal guide for students, The New Testament in Its World addresses the many difficult questions faced by those studying early ... Leer más

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Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A readable, one-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright.An ideal guide for students, The New Testament in Its World addresses the many difficult questions faced by those studying early
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Recessional

The Death of Free Speech and the Cost of a Free Lunch

de David Mamet ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!“Savagery appeased can only grow. Once you give in to it, it must escalate, like a fire searching for air.”The man who won the Pulitzer Prize for GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, who wrote the classic films THE VERDICT and WAG THE DOG sounds his alarm with searing political commentary about the Visigoths at our gates.In RECESSIONAL he calls out, skewers, mocks, and, most importantly, ... Leer más

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!“Savagery appeased can only grow. Once you give in to it, it must escalate, like a fire searching for air.”The man who won the Pulitzer Prize for GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, who wrote the classic films THE VERDICT and WAG THE DOG sounds his alarm with searing political commentary about the Visigoths at our gates.In RECESSIONAL he calls out, skewers, mocks, and, most importantly,
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LEAD . . . For God's Sake!

A Parable for Finding the Heart of Leadership

de Todd Gongwer ...

Steve Rocker, one of the most successful high school basketball coaches in Kentucky’s history, is about to enter into the most difficult season of his career. With expectations at an all-time high, his players have lost their will to win and their passion for the game; none of Coach Rocker’s tried and true motivational methods are working, and he doesn’t know why.As the season continues to spiral ... Leer más

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Steve Rocker, one of the most successful high school basketball coaches in Kentucky’s history, is about to enter into the most difficult season of his career. With expectations at an all-time high, his players have lost their will to win and their passion for the game; none of Coach Rocker’s tried and true motivational methods are working, and he doesn’t know why.As the season continues to spiral
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The Founders' Key

The Divine and Natural Connection Between the Declaration and the Constitution and What We Risk by Losing It

de Dr. Larry Arnn ...

The Founders’ Key is a powerful call to rediscover the connection between the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, and thereby restore our political faith and revive our free institutions.Today, the integrity and unity of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution are under attack by the Progressive political movement. And yet, writes Larry P. Arnn:“The words of the ... Leer más

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The Founders’ Key is a powerful call to rediscover the connection between the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, and thereby restore our political faith and revive our free institutions.Today, the integrity and unity of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution are under attack by the Progressive political movement. And yet, writes Larry P. Arnn:“The words of the
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Summary and Analysis of A History of God: The 4,000-Year Quest of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

Based on the Book by Karen Armstrong

de Worth Books ...

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So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of A History of God tells you what you need to know—before or after you read Karen Armstrong's book.Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader.This short summary and analysis of A History of God by Karen Armstrong includes:Historical contextChapter-by ... Leer más

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So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of A History of God tells you what you need to know—before or after you read Karen Armstrong's book.Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader.This short summary and analysis of A History of God by Karen Armstrong includes:Historical contextChapter-by
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Understanding World Religions in 15 Minutes a Day

de Garry Morgan ...

A Concise, Easy-to-Understand Overview of the World's ReligionsWhat religions are represented in your neighborhood, your workplace, and your children's school? Things seem to be changing every day, and it can be hard to keep up. You may know a little about some of these religions. Others are new to you. You'd like to learn about them and how they differ from your beliefs, but who has time to do ... Leer más

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A Concise, Easy-to-Understand Overview of the World's ReligionsWhat religions are represented in your neighborhood, your workplace, and your children's school? Things seem to be changing every day, and it can be hard to keep up. You may know a little about some of these religions. Others are new to you. You'd like to learn about them and how they differ from your beliefs, but who has time to do
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The Sabbath World

Glimpses of a Different Order of Time

de Judith Shulevitz ...

BONUS: This edition contains a The Sabbath World discussion guide.What is the Sabbath, anyway? The holy day of rest? The first effort to protect the rights of workers? A smart way to manage stress in a world in which computers never get turned off and work never comes to an end? Or simply an oppressive, outmoded rite? In *The Sabbath World,*Judith Shulevitz explores the Jewish and Christian day of ... Leer más

$6.99 USD

BONUS: This edition contains a The Sabbath World discussion guide.What is the Sabbath, anyway? The holy day of rest? The first effort to protect the rights of workers? A smart way to manage stress in a world in which computers never get turned off and work never comes to an end? Or simply an oppressive, outmoded rite? In *The Sabbath World,*Judith Shulevitz explores the Jewish and Christian day of
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Brendan

A Novel

de Frederick Buechner ...

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Abolish the Jesus Trade: Spread the Joy of Freely Giving

de Andrew Case, Conley Owens, Jon Here ...

Years ago Randy Alcorn observed, "In the Christian community today there is more blindness, rationalization, and unclear thinking about money than anything else." Abolish the Jesus Trade aims to help reverse this assessment. The Church is currently marked by underdeveloped thinking about Scripture's teaching on money and ministry. The sale of the sacred has been normalized, not by prosperity ... Leer más

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Years ago Randy Alcorn observed, "In the Christian community today there is more blindness, rationalization, and unclear thinking about money than anything else." Abolish the Jesus Trade aims to help reverse this assessment. The Church is currently marked by underdeveloped thinking about Scripture's teaching on money and ministry. The sale of the sacred has been normalized, not by prosperity
... Leer más
The Territories of Science and Religion

de Peter Harrison ...

An "extremely rewarding" exploration of how these two great human endeavors can not only coexist but enrich each other ( Times Literary Supplement).The conflict between science and religion seems indelible, even eternal. Surely two such divergent views of the universe have always been in fierce opposition? Actually, that's not the case, says Peter Harrison: Our very concepts of science and ... Leer más

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An "extremely rewarding" exploration of how these two great human endeavors can not only coexist but enrich each other ( Times Literary Supplement).The conflict between science and religion seems indelible, even eternal. Surely two such divergent views of the universe have always been in fierce opposition? Actually, that's not the case, says Peter Harrison: Our very concepts of science and
... Leer más
Ancient Egypt: History in an Hour

de Anthony Holmes ...

Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour.Learn about the Egyptian gods, mummification and how the Egyptians built the only wonder of the ancient world still standing – the Pyramids of Giza.Exploring the historic rise of Egyptian civilizationand its continued influence on the world today, Ancient Egypt in an Hour is an excellent companion to a mysterious and enthralling period of ... Leer más

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Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour.Learn about the Egyptian gods, mummification and how the Egyptians built the only wonder of the ancient world still standing – the Pyramids of Giza.Exploring the historic rise of Egyptian civilizationand its continued influence on the world today, Ancient Egypt in an Hour is an excellent companion to a mysterious and enthralling period of
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In the Skin of a Jihadist

A Young Journalist Enters the ISIS Recruitment Network

de Anna Erelle, Erin Potter ...

The inspiration for the new film PROFILE, directed by Timur Bekmambetov, with a screenplay by Britt Poulton, Timur Bekmambetov, and Olga Kharina.A young French journalist’s riveting and unprecedented look at how today’s most ruthless terrorists use social media and technology to reach disaffected youth—witnessed through the undercover investigation that led to her deep involvement with a key ... Leer más

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The inspiration for the new film PROFILE, directed by Timur Bekmambetov, with a screenplay by Britt Poulton, Timur Bekmambetov, and Olga Kharina.A young French journalist’s riveting and unprecedented look at how today’s most ruthless terrorists use social media and technology to reach disaffected youth—witnessed through the undercover investigation that led to her deep involvement with a key
... Leer más
Jesus and Buddha

The Parallel Sayings

de Marcus J. Borg ...

Side-by-side examples that let you discover the teachings of Jesus and Buddha—and the striking similarities between them.This stunning collection is perfect for those curious about the influential teachers Jesus and Buddha, and their lessons of peace, love, patience, and kindness. Witness as two of the most holy beings meet in a thought-provoking encounter of the spirit.Compare the Bible verse: ... Leer más

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Side-by-side examples that let you discover the teachings of Jesus and Buddha—and the striking similarities between them.This stunning collection is perfect for those curious about the influential teachers Jesus and Buddha, and their lessons of peace, love, patience, and kindness. Witness as two of the most holy beings meet in a thought-provoking encounter of the spirit.Compare the Bible verse:
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