Biblical Fiction

In a day when most religious leaders were known for their efforts to discredit the ministry of Jesus, there came one who earnestly sought Him. In a day when most religious leaders mocked Jesus as He hung on a cross, there came one who meekly helped bury His body. And in a day when most religious leaders felt threatened by Jesus, there came one who courageously chose to take a stand for Him. This is the story of a teacher called Nicodemus who God used to teach what it means to seek God, not only in word, but also in deed.

Die Erzähler der Sagen und Märchen aus der Bibel gehen deftig und handfest ans Werk, und ihre Gestalten mögen riesige Umrisse zeigen, sie bleiben menschlich. Keinen dieser vielen Erzähler kennen wir mit Namen. Es gibt keinen Homer, keinen Vergil, keinen Wolfram, Rabelais, Tolstoi oder Faulkner, nur eine lange Reihe von Schreibern, deren Geschichten uns aber seit Ewigkeiten begleiten und großen Einfluss genommen haben.

»Mit der Sonne bekleidet« – gilt das nicht für jede Frau, ob nun in der Bibel von ihr die Rede ist oder nicht? Das »Buch der Bücher« erzählt von nicht wenigen kühnen und erstaunlichen Frauen, angefangen bei Vasthi, die auf ihre Weise einzigartig ist. Anders als Eva verweigert sie sich ihrem Herrn und trägt die Folgen dieses Ungehorsams, was sie aus der Geschichte ausscheiden lässt. Auf sie folgt Esther, von ihrem Vormund gegängelt und unterdrückt, die sich gegen alle Erwartungen erhebt und die nach Babylon verschleppten Juden vor der Rache Hamans rettet, der Vergeltung für sein Volk will.

Four thousand years ago, Israelite general Gideon triumphed against the enemy Midianites. Before the battle, Gideon asked for a sign, so God made a sheep fleece wet, but kept the ground dry. After the victory, Gideon made a priestly vest from plundered gold earrings. Fast forward to modern day where Achava, a guardian of Israel with supernatural powers, invites Sam, a retired Biblical Studies professor, to travel with her to view the purported golden vest.

O Natal é o aniversário de Jesus Cristo. Toda a gente gosta do Natal. Há muitos que não sabem quem é Cristo. Há muitos que não gostam de Cristo. Mas todos sabem e gostam do Natal. Estes textos, escritos à volta dos últimos Natais, nasceram desse conheci-mento e desse gosto.

"Hay una miríada de relatos en la tradición judía, y en parte también en la musulmana, que describe a Caín de forma diferente a la versión bíblica; y yo, que al fin y al cabo no soy más que un cuentacuentos, he trabajado sobre esos relatos alternativos." En esta obra, Andrea Camilleri ofrece una visión insólita y sorprendente del primer homicida de la historia. Se trata de un Caín inventor del concepto de elección, y por tanto de la idea de responsabilidad de la que descienden las nociones tan radicadas en la cultura occidental, de culpa y culpabilidad.

The Book of Jericho: According to the Prophet Ishaiah is a religious text that documents many major events in the Chronicles of Eden series from the perspective of a prophet around the year 2600 AD and concludes with four prophecies which some may look forward to as the series unfolds.

Mark! The Herald Angel is a timeless tale that combines the magic of Christmas with the power of self-discovery. Through Mark's journey, listeners are reminded that even the most unexpected individuals can find their purpose, their voice, and a song that can inspire generations. With its blend of heart, humor, and an unforgettable message, this modern Christmas classic will warm hearts and become a cherished addition to holiday reading lists for years to come.

The last thing fourth-grader Jake Henry remembers (before the world as he knew it disappeared) is napping at summer camp. What happens next can't be explained as Jake finds himself surrounded by massive stone walls that rise up all around him - in ancient Jericho.

In this wonderful audio about love and trust, hope and belief, Elizabeth Berg, the bestselling author of We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story. We see Mary–young, strong, and...

The Nativity: During the reign of King Herod of Judea, an unwed teenage virgin called Mary is impregnated with a magical baby by the Holy Spirit. She and her fiancé, Joseph, travel to Bethlehem for a preposterous census, and Mary has to give birth in a stable. Meanwhile, a group of stargazing magi who have traipsed hundreds of miles after a star inadvertently inform the king of Judaea of the Messiah’s birth. Also included: "Herod’s Christmas Carol" and a bonus, "Parodies of a Visit from St. Nicholas".

Hölderlin war ein leidenschaftlicher Wanderer, seine innige Liebe zur Natur hatte sicherlich einen großen Einfluss auf sein Denken. Also tun wir es ihm gleich: Wir wandern und lauschen gleichzeitig den Geschichten aus seinem Leben, seinen Gedichten, den Briefen seiner WeggefährtInnen, seiner Mutter, seiner Geliebten. Dies soll keine literaturwissenschaftliche Lehrstunde sein, sondern eine emotionale Annäherung an die vielschichtige Gedankenwelt eines Dichtergenies, welches es nie schaffte, im "profanen Alltagsleben" Fuß zu fassen.

"Atti degli Apostoli" è la narrazione della storia della comunità cristiana dopo la morte e Resurrezione di Gesù...

The Veil is a biblical fiction book about the tearing of the veil inside the Jewish tabernacle when Jesus died on the cross. We don't know of any eye witnesses to this from the Bible, but in the bibilical fiction story, The Veil, a Priest and a young boy who is being trained to become a Priest are eyewitnesses to this spectacular event. Come along on this journey and experience this heart-pounding, fear-inducing, yet awe-inspiring event that holds so much meaning to the Christian faith.

This is the unexplored story of Delilah, Samson's lover and enemy. Everyone knows how she took him down, but do you know the backstory? There are so many things in between the Scriptures that we pass over, which would give us a better understanding of what is happening and why things are happening. Discover what the Bible hints at when they speak of Delilah and Samson. This fun biographical narrative is based on the Book of Judges in the Bible. Plus learn about the Nazarite Vow and how to carry it out in modern times.

If the thought of a nervous and seriously modest older woman having to endure medical humiliation of the highest order is your cup of tea, this story is for you! Discover just how lucky a simple janitor can get when he has fate—and a not-so-ethical doctor—on his side!

Satire is a kind of preaching. Satire pervades Scripture. Satire treats the foibles of sinners with a less than perfect tenderness. But if a Christian employs satire today, he is almost immediately called to account for his "insensitive" and "unloving" behavior. Yet Scripture shows that the central point of some religious controversies is to give offense. When Christ was confronted with ecclesiastical obstinacy and other forms of arrogance, He showed us a godly pattern for giving offense.

Journee is no ordinary mouse. She is a princess and daughter of the Great Mouse King, who is incredibly wise and presides over a vast and beautiful kingdom. Princess Journee loves life, but has one nagging question: Who is she? With her adventurous spirit and her father's mighty steed to protect her, she embarks on a quest to find herself. The adventure takes an interesting turn when she befriends a valiant toad and a wise owl who tell her about a mysterious and legendary Pond of Reflection, known to reveal one's true identity. But first they must find it, if indeed it exists.

Mary Magdalene POP Icon is the second poetry chapbook from Elizabeth Fern Jensen, a feminist transgender poet who explores the life and legacy of Saint Mary Magdalene. This book is a continuation of Jensen’s celebration of Mary Magdalene as a powerful feminist icon and seeks to uncover the truth about her life and contributions to society.

Step back into New Testament times - to Ancient Palestine at the time of Christ and of the historical Roman Empire, and ask: What could a cynical, non-conformist dry-goods salesman, a disgruntled blacksmith, and a musing mendicant all have in common? The answer: Down deep, they all seek something better. But will they find the true fulfillment they are seeking?