{"product_id":"the-handy-christianity-answer-book-paperback","title":"The Handy Christianity Answer Book - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eStephen A. Werner\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEngaging answers to common questions on the history, beliefs, practices and what it means to be a Christian.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e What does it mean to be a Christian? What is the core of the faith? What does it mean to follow the gospel? What is the significance of the rites, rituals, and symbols of Christianity, such as baptism and the crucifix? Who was Jesus Christ and what was His life like? How did Christianity start, spread, and grow? What are the differences--and similarities--between Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, and Protestantism? How did Christianity influence art, architecture, music, and movies? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Handy Christianity Answer Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e provides detailed descriptions of the teachings of Jesus, Christian beliefs about Jesus, ceremonies, symbols, rituals, observations, customs, leaders, and organization of the world's largest religion. It clearly and eloquently explains how different Christians think and delves into the richness of the Christian tradition. This engaging, user-friendly primer looks at the significance of the Bible, Jesus, the Apostles, the Trinity, the Eucharist, historical schisms, divisions among different denominations, worship, sacraments, prayer, and much more. This important reference answers nearly 900 questions and offers fun facts that cover Christian history, religious practices, and cultural perspectives, including ... \u003ci\u003e\u003cli\u003e Who is a Christian? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Why are there so many different kinds of Christians? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Do the Dead Sea Scrolls tell us anything about Jesus? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What language did Jesus speak? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What are the last words spoken by Jesus? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the style of the teachings of Jesus? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What did Jesus say about loving one's enemies? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Did Jesus have brothers? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Who was John the Baptist? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What are the basic beliefs of Mainline Christians? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the Nicene Creed? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What does Jesus have to do with the way our years are numbered? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the Christian belief in an immortal soul? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Is Heaven up and Hell down? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Are there other kinds of angels besides angels and archangels? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the devil? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What were the Crusades? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What was the Black Death? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Who was Joan of Arc? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Why is Martin Luther so important? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What was Henry VIII of England's role in changing Christianity? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the Salvation Army? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Who was Pere Jacques Marquette? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What are the Gothic cathedrals? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Why was the artist Michelangelo important to Christians? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Why do most churches have organs? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the earliest major film about Jesus? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What are the Catholic Sacraments? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the Jesus Seminar? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the largest statue of Jesus? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the story behind Our Lady of Guadalupe?\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This information-rich book also provides a historic timeline, a glossary of commonly used terms, and a bibliography help further exploration of the world's largest religion. A perfect companion for anyone seeking a better understanding of Christianity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStephen A. Werner, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e received his doctorate in Historical Study of Christian Theology from Saint Louis University. He has nearly 30 years of experience teaching courses in American Christianity; Christian History; Early, Medieval, Reformation and Modern Christianity; the New Testament; Essence of Christianity; and American Religion at several universities in the St. Louis area, including at the Department of Theological Studies at Saint Louis University and the Religious Studies Department at Webster University. In addition to Christian history, he has taught courses on world religions, religion and art, mythology, and creative thinking. His forthcoming book \u003ci\u003eHow to Study Religion\u003c\/i\u003e provides a highly readable and easy-to-understand introduction to religion for college students or for those who are curious about religion. Werner resides in St. Louis, Missouri.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 416\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 9.2 x 7.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 01, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51771379286304,"sku":"9781578596867","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/72378caaf34788016ff873a4ba400278.webp?v=1780385725","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-handy-christianity-answer-book-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}