Archive for November, 2009
Getting the Full Bible Effect
The Bible is the most widely circulated book in the world, and is also one of the most extensive. It is difficult to appreciate and comprehend all that the Bible has to offer without the assistance of references and mapping. Luckily, today there are many versions that come with a full section of aids and references to help you understand the holy book.
A KJV reference Bible will include various studies that you can do while reading, as well as outlines of the major books. It also has a full index to help you cross-reference information while you are studying. Its detailed topographical maps highlight how the geography of the Mediterranean region played a huge part in role in the events of the Bible.
First KJV Bible
Virtually every culture and religion has a set of rites that adolescents must go through before they are considered an adult by the elder members of the community. Growing up in a Christian household, this rite of passage included going through confirmation and receiving my first communion. At my church we also received a Bible to commemorate the ceremony.
I remember being nervous as I was forced to kneel in front of the entire congregation to receive the communion. Following this, I was presented with my own KJV Bible with my name inscribed in it. The ceremony had little impact on me, honestly, and seemed more important to my parents and family.