A Short History of the Bible Being a Popular Account of the Formation and Development of the Canon

By Bronson C. Keeler

Book Overview

""A Short History of the Bible"" by Bronson C. Keeler is a popular account of the formation and development of the biblical canon. The book provides a concise and accessible overview of the history of the Bible, from its earliest origins to its current form. Keeler explores the various books and writings that make up the Bible, including the Old and New Testaments, as well as other early Christian texts. He also examines the historical and cultural contexts in which these texts were written and compiled, and the factors that influenced their inclusion in the canon. Throughout the book, Keeler offers insights into the religious and social significance of the Bible, and its enduring influence on Western culture. Written in a clear and engaging style, ""A Short History of the Bible"" is an ideal introduction for anyone interested in the origins and evolution of one of the world's most important religious texts.1881. Contents: Introductory; The Hebrew Canon; the New Testament and Early Controversies; The Books at First not Considered Inspired; Were the Fathers Competent; The Fathers Quoted as Scripture Books Which are now Called Apocryphal; The Heretics; The Christian Canon.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162567554
• ISBN13: 9781162567556
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"