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The Bible and Christianity
By Brown, Alan
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-1-58340-243-6
- Publisher
- North Mankato, Minn. : Smart Apple Media, 2003.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on April 1, 2004
Gr 3-6 These discussions of sacred texts focus primarily on structure and content with only limited information on their use by Christians and Jews in rites of passage, in the home, and in worship. The titles are colorful and attractive, and include many quotations. While this material is worthwhile, so much is omitted that what's left is abbreviated and disappointing. Brown doesn't explain where the term "Bible" originated, gives only a limited history of the text and its original languages, and doesn't cover translations or book/chapter/verse designatio...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
