Opening the Bible: What Is It, Where It Came From, What It Means for You - Softcover

Kysar, Robert

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0806635940 ISBN 13: 9780806635941

Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Pub, 1995

Synopsis

This book is a fresh, intelligent study of the Bible as a guide to faith and life in the new millennium.

Many people are looking at the Bible again---or for the first time---for meaning in their lives. They come with honest questions: --Is the Bible the Word of God? --Why are there so many differing interpretations of the Bible? --How can I know which one is right? --Are the miracles reported in the Bible real events? --How can I read the Bible to find meaning for my life?

In a direct, clear way that respects the Bible and the questions of the spiritual seeker, biblical scholar Robert Kysar tackles the hard questions for a new generation of faithful people. It's ideal for lay readers, adult study groups, and introductory college and seminary classes.

About this title

About the Author:

Robert Kysar Ph. D., is Professor of Preaching and New Testament at Candler School of theology, Emory University, Atlanta. He is author of many books about the Bible and preaching.

Review:

"An 'opener' for the biggest and most difficult questions of the Bible, the book is readily accessible and will be helpful for fresh thinking among many church people.' -- ---Walter Brueggemann Columbia Theological Seminary

"Robert Kysar has written an excellent introduction to the study of the Bible. The book is a balanced, reliable guide through the many uncertainties and difficulties faced by contemporaries who open the bible . . . a splendid place for any Bible study group or individual reader to begin and a valuable guide for a study group to consult along its way." -- ---Darrell Jodock, Professor of Religion, Muhlenberg College

"This book is a gem!" -- Lutheran Libraries, August 2000

About this edition

• Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Pub
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0806635940
• ISBN 13: 9780806635941
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 129