Eight Blessings: Rediscovering the Beatitudes

by Shane Stanford

Book Overview

What if the essence of all that Jesus taught could be summarized in a few paragraphs? The Beatitudes are more than just poetic verse used to begin the Sermon on the Mount; they are the essence of Jesus' message from beginning to end. Often overlooked and/or misunderstood, these simple and familiar words establish the overall tone of Jesus' teaching ministry and provide an intimate look at his most deeply held values. The book describes the setting,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0687642248
• ISBN13: 9780687642243
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Abingdon Press
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.3" x 8.9"