Author : H. Paul Jeffers
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 24,32 MB
Release : 2004
Category : History
ISBN : 9781592571796
An ancient city rich with history, tradition, and bloody conflict. From Biblical times to the present day, this comprehensive guide traces the turbulent history of the city considered sacred by the world's three major monotheistic religions. ¬ Completely up-to-date, reflecting the continuing conflict between the Palestinians and Israelis, and the role the U.S. has in securing a lasting peace between Jews and Muslims ¬ Israeli/Palestinian conflict is in the news daily
Author : Jeff Cateau
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 26,79 MB
Release : 2002-10-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780028644141
Provides an introduction to the command center for United States miliary operations, and discusses the history of the physical structure, its organization, personnel, and some of its residents including the CIA, NSA, and NIMA.
Author : James S. Bell
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 42,19 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781592573479
A comprehensive overview of the life, times, and teachings of Jesus Christ provides valuable information on his life, from birth to ascension, discussing his message of peace and love, his influence on the world around him, and his lasting impact on world history and religion. Original.
Author : Donald Ryan
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 18,81 MB
Release : 2000-03-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1101158336
Discover clues to the most sacred mysteries of all time! You’re no idiot, of course. You’re familiar enough with the Ten Commandments to know if you’ve broken one or two. But when it comes to solving some of the Bible’s deepest mysteries, you have to confess—you’re clueless. Don’t start praying for forgiveness just yet! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Biblical Mysteries will help you sort out the controversies, contradictions, and conundrums in that consummately baffling book—the Bible. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Fascinating revelations about famous Biblical personages • A comprehensive introduction to Biblical archaeology • Down–to–earth explanations of controversial creation theories • Captivating insights into miracles and Mary sightings • Simple truths about alternative scriptures
Author : Benjamin Blech
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 46,31 MB
Release : 2004
Category : History
ISBN : 9781592572403
An updated and revised edition of one of The Complete Idiot's Guidespopular religion and history titles. Additional information about Jews in early American history through the 19th century. Expanded coverage of Jewish history and culture in the places you might least expect - Asia and South America. Jewish history and culture brought up to date to 2004.
Author : Donald P. Ryan
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 12,38 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780028638317
Provides insight into biblical stories, miracles, and figures through historical context and scholarship, and explores the present controversies over lost texts, creationism, and archaeological findings.
Author : Mitchell Geoffrey Bard
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 26,9 MB
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : 9781592577910
There is, perhaps, no other place in the world fraught with as much turmoil as the Middle East. This updated guide provides readers with an intense look at current events and the ever-changing political and social landscape, as well as the history-ancient and modern-of the region. This latest edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Middle East Conflict offers a completely updated view of events in the region through the corrective lens of present-day knowledge, as well as a look at what's going on there right now- The rearming of Hezbollah, and what it may mean to Israel and the Lebanese government. The increased threat of Iran-despite increased pressure from the United States and Europe, its acquisition of nuclear weapons may only be a matter of time. With Hamas controlling Gaza and the Palestinian Authority now divided, can the Palestinians present a united position in peace talks? The evacuation from Gaza-has this peace measure only led to a launching pad for a new front in a war against Israel?
Author : James S. Bell Jr.
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 17,46 MB
Release : 2001-12-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1101199253
You’re no idiot, of course. You’re familiar with the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and Judgment Day—especially in the wake of the new millennium. However, the Book of Revelation has existed for almost 2,000 years and is open to countless interpretations. Don’t get confused by scholarly analysis and religious dogma! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Book of Revelation shows you how so many meanings are derived from the book’s text. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Various ways to interpret Revelation and its symbols • A detailed examination of the key elements, including the Seven Seals and the Antichrist • A look at how the Jewish Old Testament and prophecies relate to Revelation
Author : J. Michael Matkin
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 16,37 MB
Release : 2008-05-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1101058005
Where it all began—for two billion followers worldwide The most popular religion in the world has a variety of doctrines, beliefs, and practices. This book helps its legion of followers to better understand where it all began, while exploring everything from how early Christians lived to Jesus’ initial message and its impact on the church. • Explores every aspect of the church and the roots of its core beliefs • Easy to understand and use • Covers the hot topics of Christianity—women in the church, Gnosticism, politics, and more • Author is a well-known scholar and expert on ancient Christianity
Author : Richard H. Perry
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 42,32 MB
Release : 2006-11-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1440696888
Get ready for Judgment Day. For centuries, humans have dreaded—and anticipated—the end of the world. These fears—fueled by natural disasters, famines, world wars, and the writings of people like Nostradamus and Jeane Dixon—have left us with more questions than answers. In The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Last Days, Richard H. Perry goes to the definitive source on the subject: the Bible itself. • While the book is as exciting as an action/adventure novel, the author’s primary source is the Bible, and he guides his readers to an understanding of the Last Days by using related Scripture. • Covers Bible basics and the Signs of the Times. • Includes timelines of every stage leading up to the Last Days and after.
