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9780816046546

Biblical Quotations

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  • ISBN13:

    9780816046546

  • ISBN10:

    0816046549

  • Edition: 1st
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2001-08-01
  • Publisher: Facts on File
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Summary

Drawing from several translations of the Bible, organizes biblical quotations around such themes as gentleness, justice, patience, human responsibility, ritual, knowledge, and forgiveness.

Author Biography

Martin H. Manser is a reference book editor and writer He lives in England

Table of Contents

Introduction 7(8)
Books of the Bible, Including the Apocrypha
8(1)
Biblical Quotations 9(302)
Appendix 311(10)
Special Occasions
311(4)
Selected Holidays and Festivals
315(6)
Index of Themes 321(7)
Index of Bible References 328(48)
Index of Key Words 376

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Excerpts

Quotations from the Bible are among the best known in the English language. They are studied for their literary value as well as their religious significance.
The ideal resource for students, Bible scholars, speechwriters, clergy, or language lovers, Biblical Quotations is an easily accessible compilation of important biblical quotations.
More than 3,500 examples from all books of the Bible are included, in addition to important passages from the Apocrypha. Listed under 300 different themes, such as beauty, marriage, family, health, joy, and love, the quotes featured in the book are taken from the King James and other well-known Bible translations as well as the Book of Common Prayer.
Coverage includes:
Sidebars throughout the text offering fascinating information on the origins of popular expressions derived from Scripture, including good Samaritan, doubting Thomas, the eleventh hour, and holier than thou
Listings of parables, prayers, and miracles found in the Bible
Appendixes listing quotations that can be used for special occasions, including anniversaries, baptisms, birthdays, funerals, weddings, and select holidays
Three indexes listing featured quotations by theme, Biblical verse, and key word.

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