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The Bible For Dummies Paperback – October 15, 2002

by Jeffrey Geoghegan (Author), Michael Homan (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,000 ratings
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The Bible For Dummies (9780764552960) is now being published as The Bible For Dummies (9781119293507). While this version features an older Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the new release and should not be considered a different product.

Ninety percent of Americans own a copy of the Bible, and while it’s the most widely read book, it’s also the least understood. Regardless of your religion, understanding the Bible brings much of Western art, literature, and public discourse into greater focus—from Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper” painting to the Wachowski brothers’ The Matrix movies. People have historically turned to religion to deal with tragedy and change, and with the right insight, the Bible can be an accessible, helpful guide to life’s big questions.

The Bible For Dummies appeals to people of all faiths, as well as those who don’t practice any particular religion, by providing interfaith coverage of the entire Bible and the often fascinating background information that makes the Bible come alive. You’ll find answers to such questions as:

  • Where did the Bible come from?
  • Who wrote the Bible?
  • How is the Bible put together?

Follow the history of the Bible from its beginning thousands of years ago as tattered scrolls to its status as the bestseller of all time. The Bible For Dummies covers these topics and more:

  • Ten people in the Bible you should know
  • The Hebrew Bible
  • The Apocrypha’s hidden treasures
  • What’s new about the New Testament
  • Israel’s wisdom, literature, and love poetry
  • The Bible’s enduring influence
  • The prophets: more than fortunetellers

Discover the world’s all-time bestseller in an entirely new light. Whether you’re interested in broadening your spiritual horizons, uncovering the symbolism of Western culture, or gaining a deeper understanding of the book you grew up reading, The Bible For Dummies has all the information you need to navigate this ancient and fascinating book.

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  2. Language
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  3. Publisher
    Wiley Publishing, Inc.
  4. Publication date
    October 15, 2002
  5. Dimensions
    7.4 x 0.85 x 9.3 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0764552961
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0764552960
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An easy-to-follow guide to the bestselling book of all time

Get a better understanding of the Bible and how it shapes our world

What is the Bible all about? Who wrote it? What's the difference between Jewish and Christian Bibles? Featuring an interfaith perspective, handy maps, and enlightening discussions of the Bible's vast cultural influence, this reference guide provides answers to these questions and presents fascinating facts that bring the Bible to life.

The Dummies Way

  • Explanations in plain English
  • "Get in, get out" information
  • Icons and other navigational aids
  • Tear-out cheat sheet
  • Top ten lists
  • A dash of humor and fun

About the Author

Jeffrey Geoghegan, PhD and Michael Homan, PhD have authored and coauthored numerous books and articles about the Bible.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley Publishing, Inc.; 1st edition (October 15, 2002)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0764552961
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0764552960
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.41 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.4 x 0.85 x 9.3 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Seeker
5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and fun to read (Yes, fun!)
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2022
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The authors have delightful senses of humor, but give scholarly information. Not a dry book. I've known the Bible for years, as a spiritual seeker, and its wisdom blesses my life daily, but I thought it might be interesting to learn more about certain aspects. I wondered if there was a "The Bible for Dummies", and hooray! It's just what I needed to supplement my scattershot knowledge. This is not to help the spiritual seeker to understand the spiritual meanings, but more to understand the historical context and origins. It enriches the meanings.
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Tora Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read with your Bible studying
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2024
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Very good info, in helping you understand the Greatest Book of all times
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Jennifer s
5.0 out of 5 stars SO EASY TO UNDERSTAND!
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
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I have had so many questions regarding what was "really" being said in the Bible and this made it so easy to cut to the language of what they really are meaning to say. I have this on hand for my son's scriptures class at school and it so easy when he gets a tad confused.
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GrayLamb
4.0 out of 5 stars Good humor embedded into a neutral viewpoint
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2023
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I am enjoying reading this with a few disagreements but otherwise fairly on the neutral side. I do not like the B.C/B.C.E standard of time as I am old-fashioned, or maybe just old, ha ha. Thank you for allowing me to add this to my collection of bible books so quickly. This was my first time reading a "for dummies" book and I am already looking for more. Thank you!
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Bob 1
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2024
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Using this for a Bible Study. Very easy to read and understand. Love reading it. Caution… contains humor.
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Kerry H
5.0 out of 5 stars Great help if you are studying the Bible
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2023
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If you are new to Bible study or just want to understand it a little better? this book is for you. Definately helps with timeliness and relationships. Highly recommend.
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K. Pastor
3.0 out of 5 stars Meh.
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2022
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It's a physically great book, like new condition, and great seller. But the book itself is a bore. "Complete Idiot's Guide To... Etc" , is what you need to buy, to get a more thorough understanding of each section of the Bible. I mean, literally (haha) there's ONE small paragraph explaining SOME of subject on Mary Magdalene. Not much to go on. That's pretty much as per usual in this "guide to".
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Kerri Kleinschmidt
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read and understand
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023
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If you have trouble understanding the good book this is a great start
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Bible (For Dummies)
Reviewed in Canada on June 8, 2023
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All 'For Dummies' books are GREAT!
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5.0 out of 5 stars 👍🏾
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Brazil on December 9, 2019
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This book really deserves five stars because approaches the main subjects of the bible of a briefly way, bringing to the reader a quality content of information and interpretation. For me there are no negative points. Therefore, I would recommend this book for everyone who wants a quick reading of the bible topics and a source of interpretation of its content. Simply amazing.
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Lehrerin
4.0 out of 5 stars Bibel light
Reviewed in Germany on March 13, 2011
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Doesn't tell you who or what God is or why he did what he did (as told in the Bible). Tells you the stories of the Bible so that anyone can understand them. Like a summary of the Bible.
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Iris Bennett
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2023
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Easy to follow and funny at times. Good writer! Very enjoyable. Love the notations.
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