Some interesting facts about the bible woodbine church of christ. Books and sermons dealing with bible characters amazing facts. Here are seven amazing bible facts that should encourage you greatly. Amazing bible facts and statistics compiled from various sites and sources bible facts. There are more translations of the bible into different languages than any other book. His awardwinning great bible adventure children s series sold more than 180,000 copies and has been distributed worldwide in eight languages. Entry for interesting facts about the bible peoples dictionary of the bible one of 28 bible dictionaries freely available, this dictinary with more than 1,500 entries will provide unique insights into the bible. Their confidence and desire will grow as they learn. The 39 books of the old testament were composed between 1400 and 400 b. His awardwinning great bible adventure childrens series sold more than 180,000 copies and has been distributed worldwide in eight languages. Not one time does the name of god appear in the book of esther. Which cost more, joseph or one of solomons chariots. Many of these questions have been addressed in various locations throughout our website. There may be many conflicts between the bible and the theories of socalled scientists, and between the facts of science and the theories of socalled bible scholars.
The awesome book of bible facts vision christian store. Among the crazy bible stories, this one seems too strange to be true but it is mentioned in chapters shown above. However, people and events mentioned in the bible can be. The bible is the bestselling book of all time, and it is amazing on many levels. Sabbath school study hour helping you get the most out of your sabbath school quarterly every week. The bible is truly a miraculous book which was written by a number of inspired men of god and maintains. The bible was written by about 40 different authors over a period of about 1,500 years. Laban took all of the spotted and striped cattle from jacob. This list does not preach at all, but is simply a brief examination of the stories from the bible that make it a well known and talkedabout book in world literature. It is the only book that reveals the origin, mission, and destiny of man. The time of the writing was from 1500 bc to ad 100. The tidbits of information are organized in the order they appear in the bible. Fabulous, funny illustrations show how a slingshot works, what a roman soldier wore, what a house in bible times looked like, how to make a rainbow, and a whole lot more. The books of law were written by moses and are referred to as the book of moses in 2 chronicles.
The entire bible divided into chapters and verses first appeared in the geneva bible of 1560. Amazing facts 247 television station featuring the best in bible study streamed lived and ondemand. This article concentrates on interesting bible facts. When god made the sun and the moon, the land and the sea, and the plants and animals that fi ll our. It is merely a resource center for factual information on the bible. One of the weird and interesting facts about the bible is that it is the bestselling, yet the most shoplifted book in the whole world.
Did you know that the book of esther is the only book in the bible that does. May 10, 2012 15 amazing scientific facts in the bible. The bible is not a single work but a collection of works from a wide variety of authors, such as shepherds, kings, farmers, priests, poets, scribes, and fisherman. Caro, while the verse notations were added in 1551 by robertus stephanus, after the advent of printing. Getting to know some interesting facts about the bible is a good way to start off with bible reading. To know about heaven we must go to the place where heaven was first mentioned. The book of life pastor dougs weekly message amazing facts. If your name is in the book of life, you do not have the mark of the beast.
The full bible has been translated into 532 languages. What wellknown bible city could fit inside the superdome. Genesis which means beginning tells us of the beginning of gods chosen people. As the king james bible celebrates its 400th year here are a few interesting facts about it that might surprise you. This fun collection of more than 1700 trivia questions brings together some of the very best in bible brainteasers, riddles, and puns. We have known three and four year olds who know the books of the bible, the ten commandments, and up to 100 basic bible facts, among other things. Sixtysix books, sixteen hundred years one of the most amazing facts of the bible is that it was written over a 1,600 year period and had 40 different authors, yet they all testify of. Bibles for sale, bible bookstore, christian book, christian books, christian books store, adventist book store, vegan cookbook, vegetarian cookbook, prophecy books amazing facts bookstore. Be sure to add your own factlets to the comments and when you are done, check out the top 10 misconceptions about the bible. Abraham lincoln didnt live long enough to witness the official end of the civil war, but he was able to give the famous emancipation proclamationfreeing every slave in america. However, it is agreed upon by many people in the conservative circles that king david was the major source and collector of psalms. Even those who wrote the bible made it clear it was not a secular history, even though secular events are referred to. What a great book each two page spread has some interesting tidbit to impart about.
The complete bible is divided into 66 books, with 39 being in the old testament and 27 being in the new testament. The bible was written over a 1600 year period by approximately 40 men. The earth freefloats in space, affected only by gravity. Amazing bible facts a free christian bible study resource we hope that this amazing bible facts article will provide useful information and ideas for those following a bible study plan. Fun for the whole family, the awesome book of bible facts is a storybook. Did you know that the bible speaks about a place where there were 12 springs and 70 palms trees. The books of law were written by moses and are referred to as the book of moses in 2 chronicles 35. It is a book about god and his relationship with man. Nov 14, 2018 there are many but the one that tops them for me is the following prophecy. The awesome book of bible trivia by bob phillips, paperback.
Click on the links to read the kjv bible, and hear stephen johnston via realaudio. Amazing bible facts ultimate bible reference library. All articles together with tools, activities, aids and materials and are designed to be used by an individual or a christian bible study group. The bible is the bestselling book of all time, and it is fascinating on many levels. Packed with amazing information, explore the cutaway diagrams, hundreds of pen and watercolor illustrations, and short, easy explanations that kids will love. This list also features a competition, so be sure to check out the. Bible facts miscellaneous facts the bible contains 1189 chapters. The awesome book of bible facts by sandy silverthorne goodreads. The old testament has 929 chapters and the new testament has 260 chapters. The media library from amazing facts has thousands of resources to help feed your spiritual soul hunger on a wide array of bible topics. It starts with gods creation of the heaven and earth as well as the first man and woman. The awesome book of bible facts by sandy silverthorne. It is clearly one of the most controversial books in modern times though perhaps not so much for its content as the actions of some who interpret it.
Which was taller, the tower of babel or the empire state. This book isnt as heavy on facts trivia as the cover leads you to believe, but is still a fun readalong for studying the bible. The awesome book of bible facts hardcover august 15, 1994 by sandy silverthorne author. From amazing to zany facts and figures, the awesome book of bible trivia covers the entire spectrum. As in past years, this study guide focuses on leading each student through the book of the bible we are studying. The king james version of the bible is the bestselling bible version of all time. Remarkable bible facts by h mobile king james bible 2. The holy bible is a book that has partially or totally been translated into more than about 1200 languages and dialects. The bible was written by more than 40 traditional authors.
These are some interesting bible facts to take note of. Bible facts and trivia the bible is actually a library of 66 books, written by 44 authors over a period of about 1500 years. Sandy silverthorne has been writing and illustrating books since 1988 and has over 600,000 copies in print. According to statistics from wycliffe international, the society of. The following list is a list of facts about the bible not designed to discuss doctrine, or provide indepth teaching. Read 101 awesome bible facts for kids by sandy silverthorne for free with a 30 day free trial. While the bible is 1 book, it contain 66 smaller books.
Interesting facts about the bible peoples dictionary of. The bible has been translated into more than 2,000 languages. It is a collection of 150 lyric poems written by several different authors. Access dozens of amazing facts topical scripture books from pastor doug and others. The providence of god is abundant throughout the book. The awesome book of bible facts almost too fun to be good for you pdf but it is. By the way, i just read to you about the mark of the beast, and notice it contrasted one group having the mark of the beast and another group, their names are in the book of life. Amazing bible facts this article contains a free bible study resource on the subject of amazing bible facts. One of the most important bible facts is that it claims to be inspired by god. Thats about forty generations the first division into chapters was made in 1238 due to. Authors and facts books of the bible, bible trivia.
Which is taller, the tower of babel or the empire state building. It brings up points that you may not think of if you are just reading the scriptures directly, and makes some confusing parts such as battles easier to. We hope that you will find some of the following amazing bible facts interesting and their are some little known pieces of trivia which may surprise you. King james bible quick facts bible quick facts from the american bible society. The oldest person mentioned in the bible is methuselah who lived to be 969 years old genesis 5.
All over the world, the number of holy bibles sold is greater than any other published book. It is the most widely read book ever, the alltime best selling book. Discover hundreds of amazing facts about the people. There is no conflict between the bible and the facts of science. Hes worked with focus on the family, universal studios, and the charlotte hornets. The word bible comes from the greek and latin words which mean the book and. According to one author, god killed about 25 million people in the bible. Click on the links to read the kjv bible, and hear stephen johnston via. Many people, and several governments, have attempted to keep people from reading the bible, but the results are always the same the bible is the most loved book of all time. The bible prophesied about people turning from gods word in the end times. A bible in the university of gottingen is written on 2,470 palm leaves.
Its a storybook, first bible dictionary, and gold mine of fascinating facts all in one. The bibles books were written in three different languages hebrew, greek and aramaic. At one christian school, third graders memorized hebrews 11. The holy bible is the most important book in christianity and it tells us all about life such as how to deal with problems in everyday living, true faith, motivation, love, depression, and. In this video i will be giving you 10 amazing facts about the bible that will blow your mind. Interesting and unusual facts about the bible by robert gunn. Awesome book of bible facts by sandy silverthorne koorong. Friends, family, and groups of all ages will enjoy countless hours of funfilled learning that will.
Do not underestimate your childrens amazing memories. The awesome book of bible facts 9781565072251 by sandy silverthorne. Sandy silverthorne author of the awesome book of bible facts. The bible is a lifechanging book, so if i can say or do something to interest you in, or to help you with gods word, then ill do it. The worldrenowned amazing facts bible school will help you know gods word better than ever. This can be used as a fun quiz for kids, adults, etc. Discover hundreds of amazing facts about the people, places, and things in the bible. Today is the largest seller of all books published. Did you know that about 50 bibles are sold every minute. My kids love this book when were doing our devotions we use this book with our sonlight bible curriculum it really has the interesting facts. Fast facts about the bible the old testament facts. Free inductive bible study worksheets together with awesome resource for free bible timelines and charts put a big bible timeline on the wall for bible studies learn more about our online bible college programs and different biblical studies that could help you with your degree or just seek out that knowledge. He makes man as his regent, but after man commits the original. In memory of the very popular list on factlets people get wrong i have put this one together inspired by the same excellent source.
If you have the mark of the beast, your name is not in the book of life. Feb 23, 2014 4 amazing facts of king james bible that you might never know. May 26, 2012 here are some amazing facts about the bible the bible was written by around forty different people from different backgrounds, from kings, prophets, and writers to fishermen, shepherds, and prisoners the bible was written during a period of 1,600 years. The book of psalms is undoubtedly the most frequently read and quoted part of the bible. I love religious lists especially those involving facts or debunkings. Left with all of the plain old regular cattle, jacob decided to gather together some sticks and painted stripes on the plain cattle. By bob phillips the awesome book of bible trivia by bob phillips this fun collection of more than 1700 trivia questions brings together some of the very best in bible brainteasers, riddles, and puns. Buy a cheap copy of the awesome book of bible facts by sandy silverthorne.
But do we really know much about this amazing book. Locations where bible books were written large map books of. An interesting collection of littleknown bible facts. Every one of these incredible facts confirm that the bible is the inspired word of god. This booklet is just a miniature collection of study helps, quotations, poems, definitions, humor, general facts, and other items of interest.
Awesome book of bible answers for kids harvest house. The bible s clear and unambiguous message is that scripture is the inspired word of a real god, and is the ultimate source of truth. Fascinating collection of information about historical events, people and places in the bible. While other sources declared the earth sat on the back of an elephant or turtle, or was held up by atlas, the bible alone states what we now know to be true he hangs the earth on nothing. According to tradition, it is moses who authored the book, although this remains speculation.
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