History

Is there credible evidence that Jesus of Nazareth really is the son of God? Retracing his own spiritual journey from atheism to faith, Lee Strobel cross-examines a dozen experts....

A riveting story that has been ignored by modern historians, The Kidnapping of Edgardo Mortara will prompt intense interest and discussion as it lays bare attitudes of the Catholic Church....

A "marvelous" (Economist) account of how the Christian Revolution forged the Western imagination....

The Crusades is an authoritative, accessible single-volume history of the brutal struggle for the Holy Land in the Middle Ages....

A groundbreaking dive into the role psychedelics have played in the origins of Western civilization, and the real-life quest for the Holy Grail that could shake the Church to its foundations....

This sweeping history of the often-violent conflict between Islam and the West sheds a revealing light on current hostilities....

Bruce Shelley's classic history of the church brings the story of global Christianity into the 21st century. Like a skilled screenwriter, Shelley begins each chapter with three elements: characters, setting, plot....

Perhaps no figure in biblical scholarship has been the subject of more controversy and debate than Mary Magdalene....

The Gnostic Gospels provides engaging listening for those seeking a broader perspective on the early development of Christianity. Author and noted scholar Elaine Pagels suggests that Christianity could have developed quite differently if Gnostic texts had become part of the Christian canon....

The past life memories of two women capture a true and compelling portrait of Jesus the man, from the healing miracles he performed to the gentle philosophy he preached....

The Jesus of Thomas invites us to drink deeply from the well of knowledge that lies within, not so that we may become good Christians but so we may attain the self-knowledge that will make each of us, too, a Christ....

The first major history of Mormonism in a decade draws on newly available sources to reveal a profoundly divided faith that has nevertheless shaped the nation....

In The Story of Christianity, Vol. 1, Justo L. González presents a narrative history of Christianity from the early church to the dawn of the Protestant reformation....

Thomas Cahill tells the story of how Europe evolved from the classical age of Rome to the medieval era. Without Ireland, the transition could not have taken place. When the seeds of culture were replanted on the European continent, it was from Ireland that they were germinated....

This runaway best seller shows both the basic logic of the Enneagram and its harmony with the core truths of Christian thought from the time of the early Church forward. Experience author Richard Rohr's expertise and advanced thought on the subject, easily laid out for all audiences....

Thomas Cahill tells the story of how Europe evolved from the classical age of Rome to the medieval era. Without Ireland, the transition could not have taken place. When the seeds of culture were replanted on the European continent, it was from Ireland that they were germinated....

A clear-sighted revelation, a deep penetration into the world of Scientology by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Looming Tower, the now-classic study of al-Qaeda’s 9/11 attack....

A leading spiritual teacher reveals how Celtic spirituality - listening to the sacred around us and inside of us - can help us heal the earth, overcome our conflicts, and reconnect with ourselves....

Father Gregory Boyle shares what three decades of working with gangs in Los Angeles has taught him about faith, compassion, and the enduring power of radical kinship....

With an infusion of new data, this book presents a novel and distinctive exegesis as well as a mutually exclusive and collectively exhaustive framework for organizing and evaluating the merits of all prior authorship theories.

A New York Times best-selling historian of early Christianity takes on two of the most gripping questions of human existence....

Catholicism for Dummies presents a rich tapestry and history of the Catholic faith - from devotions to doctrines....

Ehrman sketches Jesus's transformation from a human prophet to the Son of God....

This unabridged audio version brings to life an exciting combination of the seven basic elements that make up the print version....

According to Joseph Smith, in September of 1823, an angel appeared to him and directed him to a hill near his home. Buried there, Smith found a box containing a stack of thin metal sheets, gold in color and covered with what appeared to be ancient engravings.

Starting his journey from Jerusalem and passing through Nasibus and Iran, Jesus is shown to have reached Afghanistan where he met the Jews who had settled there.

With an infusion of new data, this book presents a novel and distinctive exegesis as well as a mutually exclusive and collectively exhaustive framework for organizing and evaluating the merits of all prior authorship theories. One mechanism, in particular, has emerged as the most comprehensive, evidence-based, and satisfying explanation for how The Book of Mormon came to pass.

In this, one of Martin Luther’s most impactful works, he brings together the similarities between the exile and captivity of the Israelites and the state of the Catholic church, in their destructive servitude to the papacy. He goes through each of the seven sacraments—questioning, analyzing, and applying the Biblical understandings he had reached. He rejects many of the practices, calling out the issues of control and misrepresentation of true Christian faith and repentance.

The Jewish royal family in Roman times was descended from priests, and not from David. The starting point of this story is the fact that Josephus Flavius, and with him the whole Judaic priestly line, descended directly from Moses. Yet, according to the universally recognized and accepted tradition, all the priests descended from Moses's brother Aaron. It is a tradition that was born at the time of Ezra--and because of the works of Ezra. Since then, it has been continually reasserted with force and conviction, to the point of becoming an unquestioned truth that nobody has ever doubted, but ...

Return to Glory Will Challenge Everything You Were Ever Taught About Human History Beginning with a careful documentation of the ways God entrusted people of African descent with the initial development of civilized societies, Return to Glory then directs it's readers on a magnificent tour of life in America through the triumphant stories of contemporary African-Americans. These pages are filled with the glorious contributions to the development and enhancement of world culture by the black race.

In a simple, readable format, here is book that answers all of your questions about radical Islam. Through extensive documented research, quotes by radical Islamic leaders in the U.S. and abroad, and years of personal experience in the Middle East, author Dr. Richard Booker explains the beliefs and practices of Islam and specifically radical Islamists. All Americans need to be aware of how radical Islamists plan to destroy Israel, subjugate Christianity, and turn the West (Europe and the United States) into Islamic countries. Topics explored and explained: How radical Islamic leaders in the...

This powerful book on the Patterns of Revival and Awakening will be a staple in your faith library from the first day you begin to read it. The Rev. Owen Murphy Chronicles a Powerful move of Awakening to God that began with five men praying in a barn and expanded to over 20,000 conversions in three months time. The Spirit of Awakening will come on you as you learn about Covenant prayer and you will be able to duplicate this great outpouring in your own home, city, or region, for, truly, God is no respector of persons.

Want to know more about Freemasonry in an easy-to-read format? The 653 Freemasonry Fun Facts by author Peter Solomon covers the history, influences, practices, places, noted figures, important books, sayings, architecture, and ceremonies of the Masons. And so much more!

My name is Owen Morgan. I was born into the Jehovah's Witnesses religion. After investigation, I have some questions that have been left unanswered. I'm asking Jehovah's Witnesses to consider these fundamental questions. If this is the Truth, Jehovah's organization will stand up to close examination. We are all looking for accurate information. My intent in writing this booklet is not to offend or attack. I don't want to hurt anybody. I simply want answers.

"The AI Path to Jesus Christ: Unlocking Early Life, Wisdom, Insights, and Connection to India" is an illuminating journey through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, enhanced by the power of artificial intelligence. Delve into the depths of Jesus' early life, his wisdom, profound insights, and the intriguing connection to India. Explore the well-known stories of his miracles, parables, and sermons, while uncovering lesser-known aspects of his life and teachings. Discover the profound impact Jesus had on humanity and the enduring relevance of his message. Unveiling historical and ...

"Unveiling Hell: A Biblical Investigation" is a comprehensive exploration of the truth about Hell as stated in the Holy Bible. In this book, we delve into the evidence that supports the reality of Hell as a tangible place. We examine the nature of Hell, seeking to understand what it truly is and where it is located. By examining the purpose of Hell, we explore why God created it and who it was specifically created for. Furthermore, we delve into the nature of Hell itself, describing its torments, the fire that consumes it, the darkness that engulfs it, and the separation from God that it ...

According to Joseph Smith, in September of 1823, an angel appeared to him and directed him to a hill near his home. Buried there, Smith found a box containing a stack of thin metal sheets, gold in color and covered with what appeared to be ancient engravings. Exactly four years later, the angel instructed Smith to translate the plates into English. When the text was published, a new religion was born.

Did you know that Christianity has gone through many changes since its origin? Over two thousand years ago, a Jewish man was born into a society in turmoil. It is impossible to tell the story of Christianity without understanding the man behind it. What were the lives of Jesus and his followers like? How were their words so impactful that they changed history and affected the lives of billions of people over the course of two thousand years?

Santas Around the World is my second book about Christmas, the first one being The History of Santa Claus. In The History of Santa Claus, I traced the evolution of the jolly man in red from Bishop Nicholas of Myra to his later incarnations in America and Europe: Saint Nicholas, Sinterklaas, Samichlaus, Father Christmas, Grandfather Frost, Santa Claus, and many others. In this book, they come to life in a special way!

Today there is a diversity crisis. Biodiversity loss is at the level of mass extinction. Cultural diversity is also being lost, with migration, modernisation, and language loss. The roots of this crisis lie in the 4th century CE. In this century, the Roman Church set its sights on creating a universal church. With the god of Judaism at its centre, it aimed to spread to all nations. The central commandment of this faith passed on by Moses is that there can only be one god. No other gods can be tolerated.