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Synopsis from bakerpublishinggroup.com

Did you know . . .

that the Bible is not only the world's best-selling book--it's also the world's most shoplifted book? Or that the phrase "holier than thou" comes from Isaiah 65:5 and was used by God to criticize those who felt themselves better than others?

1001 Surprising Things You Should Know about the Bible is filled with fun and revealing facts like these. You will find insight into the many characters, events, and exciting facts about the most influential book ever written. Brief, accessible descriptions are arranged under topics such as:

How the Bible Reads

The Apocrypha

Famous Words and Phrases

Strange and Amazing Facts

Poetry of Kings

Miracles of Amazing Proportions

Festivals and Holidays

Family Life

Angels in the Bible

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If you enjoy history or trivia, are looking for great openers for a sermon or speech, or just like to read interesting facts for the fun of it, step into the delightful pages of 1001 Surprising Things You Should Know about the Bible.