It takes the average reader 18 hours and 11 minutes to read A Catholic Introduction to the Bible by John Bergsma
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Although many Catholics are familiar with the four Gospels and other writings of the New Testament, for most, reading the Old Testament is like walking into a foreign land. Who wrote these forty-six books? When were they written? Why were they written? What are we to make of their laws, stories, histories, and prophecies? Should the Old Testament be read by itself or in light of the New Testament? John Bergsma and Brant Pitre offer readable in-depth answers to these questions as they introduce each book of the Old Testament. They not only examine the literature from a historical and cultural perspective but also interpret it theologically, drawing on the New Testament and the faith of the Catholic Church. Unique among introductions, this volume places the Old Testament in its liturgical context, showing how its passages are employed in the current Lectionary used at Mass. Accessible to nonexperts, this thorough and up-to-date introduction to the Old Testament can serve as an idea textbook for biblical studies. Its unique approach, along with its maps, illustrations, and other reference materials, makes it a valuable resource for seminarians, priests, Scripture scholars, theologians, and catechists, as well as anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Bible.
A Catholic Introduction to the Bible by John Bergsma is 1,066 pages long, and a total of 272,896 words.
This makes it 360% the length of the average book. It also has 334% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 24 hours and 51 minutes to read A Catholic Introduction to the Bible aloud.
A Catholic Introduction to the Bible is suitable for students ages 12 and up.
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