The Bible has inflamed the hearts of poets and martyrs, spawned revolutions and reformations, and influenced cultures and personal lives in sometimes small, sometimes dramatic ways. With a teacher's wit and knowledge, bestsellling author J. Stephen Lang again turns to the Bible and navigates more of its immense treasures in his easily accessible and informative style in 1,001 More Things You Always Wanted to Know About the Bible. You will discover answers to the questions and curiosities you have always harbored about the Bible and its influence but perhaps felt you should already know. A joy to browse and reference, this fascinating book is sure to satisfy an inquirer's mind and spark further study of the Bible. Test your knowledge of Bible trivia: In a famous folk legend, who found the "true cross" of Christ on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem? In 1952, what new Bible translation caused heated opposition? Who established Sunday as "The Lord's Day"? Who wore girdles in Bible times? What favorite children's song did Anna Bartlett Warner write? What is the "mercy seat"?

With 1,001 Things You Always Wanted to Know About the Bible but Never Thought to Ask discover how the Bible has impacted language, U.S. history, worship, music, art, literature, movies, and theater; how the Bible was passed down to us; plus every key person, place, event, and idea in the Bible. Best-selling Bible trivia author J. Stephen Lang's intriguing tidbits will leave you yearning to know more about the world's most fascinating book. Whether you are a seasoned Bible student or just getting started, you will enjoy readying 1,001 Things You Always Wanted to Know About the Bible but Never Thought to Ask.

This reader-friendly browse book offers fascinating and concise information on everything from angels and Satan, heaven and hell, and reincarnation and exorcism.

Think you know everything about your feline companion? In 1,001 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Cats, trivia specialist and certified cat fancier J. Stephen Lang puts your whisker wisdom to the test with 1,001 tantalizing trivia tidbits. From myths and legends to famous cat lovers (and haters), "catty" phrases to cartoon kitties, bewildering behavioral quirks to mating and motherhood, you'll learn about: five U.S. presidents who adored cats . . . and one who hated them with a passion! why cats enjoy kneading their human companions with their paws; a breed of cat with webbed feet who swims for his seafood supper! the most popular male and female cat names today. With these and 997 other delicious trivia morsels, you'll discover an abundance of unexpected delights on every page!

Fun and handy compilation includes brief, intriguing facts about the names of God, God's prophets and church, the Trinity, and much more.

Discover facts, insights and inspiration in God’s word. In just 30 days, you can develop a fuller understanding of the Bible! Best-selling author J. Stephen Lang helps make the Scriptures more accessible through a conversational writing style and intriguing behind-the-scenes details. It is not only informative, but entertaining too. Enjoy insights into: • Cultural traditions • Biblical and world history • Story summaries and captivating character studies In just 30 days, you will know what the Bible meant to the people it was written for, plus the inspiring message it holds for you today. Know the Bible in 30 Days will help to renew your enthusiasm and faith!

Volumes in the “Complete Book of” series are an excellent resource for any home library or for pastors and lay leaders to use for sermon preparation, small group, and Sunday school. In The Complete Book of Bible Secrets and Mysteries, J. Stephen Lang deciphers puzzling Bible mysteries such as, Who is the Antichrist? and What does the Bible say about ghosts?