St. Joseph Bible Handbook

St. Joseph Bible Handbook 978-1-941243-98-5

This solid introductory text, with its easy-to-follow format, offers readers the opportunity to discover valuable information contained in each of the Bible's 73 books. Consider the plentiful features of this resource:

• clear and concise text
• general overview of every book in the Bible
• each book uses consistent headings: Outline, Frequently Asked Questions, Study Questions, and Look out for...
• prominent text features: Old Testament and New Testament timelines, key events listings, "callout" topics (e.g., "Covenant," "Nazirites," "Pentecost," and "The Second Coming") that more specifically elucidate the terms
• visual accents abound such as maps, photographs, panoramic illustrations
• a wealth of summary information in the Appendix: "Key Ideas in the Bible," "Promises in the Bible," "Fifty Very Important Passages," and "Who's Who in the Bible"

This is an invaluable resource for use in schools, in Bible study groups, or by the individual inquirer.
Special features:

• For ages 7 and up
• Vibrant, action-packed, full-color illustrations
• Durable, sewn, burgundy faux leather binding
• Gold leaf cover lettering and gold-edged pages
• Brief captions for each illustration
• Foreword by the author, Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, SVD, an educator and missionary
• Informative, engaging introductions for both Old and New Testaments
• Maps of the Biblical world
• Lands of the Bible section with photos, explanations, and Scriptural references for many holy sites

• a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift

Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children's books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter.

Introducing children to Bible stories is a beautiful way to nurture their faith and moral foundation. These stories, rich with lessons about God's love, compassion, and guidance, offer children a sense of purpose, hope, and a deeper understanding of their relationship with God.
Bible stories are often written in simple yet profound ways, making them relatable and easy for children to understand. Stories like Noah's Ark, David and Goliath, and Jesus feeding the five thousand capture their imagination while teaching important virtues such as courage, trust, kindness, and forgiveness. These narratives help children see how God works in the lives of His people and inspires them to follow His ways.
By learning Bible stories, children also develop a strong moral compass. They begin to grasp concepts of right and wrong, empathy, and the importance of treating others with love and respect. These lessons help shape their character and guide their behavior in daily life.

Bible verse explored:
Old Testament Timeline 13
Genesis 14
Exodus 19
Leviticus 23
The Tabernacle Tent 26
Numbers 28
Deuteronomy 31
Joshua 34
Judges 38
Ruth 41
1 Samuel
2 Samuel 47
1 Kings 50
Solomon's Temple 53
2 Kings 54
1 Chronicles 57
2 Chronicles 59
Jerusalem: Solomon's
Canital City 60Jerusalem in the Time of King Hezekiah 64
Ezra 66
Nehemiah 69
Tobit 72
Judith 74
Esther 76
1 and 2 Maccabees 78Job 82
Psalms 85
Proverbs 88
Ecclesiastes 90
Song of Songs 92
Wisdom 94
Sirach 97
Isaiah 100
Babylon 102
Jeremiah 104
Lamentations
Baruch 108
Ezekiel 110
Daniel 112
Hosea 115Daniel 112
Hosea 115
Joel 117
Amos 119
Obadiah 121
Jonah 123
Micah 126
Nahum 128
Habakkuk 130
Zephaniah 132
Haggai 134
Zechariah 136
Malachi 138The New Testament 141
New Testament Timeline 143
The Life and Times of Jesus 144
Matthew 148
Cutaway of a Synagogue 150
The Miracles of Jesus 152
Jerusalem in the Time of Jesus 156
Mark 158
Life in Jesus' Time 160
Luke 163
The Parables of Jesus 166
John 168
Herod's Temple 172
Acts 174
Paul's Missionary Travels 176
Caesarea 178
Athens in the Time of Paul 181
Romans 182
Rome in the Time of Paul 186
1 Corinthians 188
2 Corinthians 191
Galatians 193
Ephesians 196
Philippians 199
Colossians 201
1 Thessalonians 204
2 Thessalonians 206
1 Timothy 208
2 Timothy 210
Titus 212
Philemon 2141
John 226
2 John 228
3 John 229
Jude 230
Revelation 232 Appendix
Key Ideas in the Bible 236
Promises in the Bible 238Fifty Very Important Passages
Who's Who in the Bible 240
Index 249
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Complementing the content of these entries are various word and visual features that specifically elucidate what is discussed in more general terms. These include maps, charts, and panoramic illustrations.