Christopher Glyn
1) 2 Kings
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The second book of Kings depicts Israel as a land divided, being ruled by wicked kings who lead the Israelite people only further into idolatry and sin. Throughout this period, the prophets, notably Elijah and Elisha, bring hope for repentance and reformation by performing astounding miracles and spreading the word of God. Their efforts to lead the Israelites from their stubborn and disobedient path are chronicled in 2 Kings and, once again, God shows...
2) 1 Kings
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The first book of Kings recounts the lives of the kings of Israel and Judea over a period of 400 years after the death of King David. His son, Solomon, features heavily in these chapters, first to show God's generous blessings to a faithful king and, later, as an example of the consequences of turning away from God. This book also details the split of the northern and southern tribes of Israel, and the subsequent appointment of the prophet Elijah...
3) Zephaniah
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Similar to the other prophetic books, Zephaniah prophesies a cycle of judgment followed by repentance for the wayward Israelite people. Unlike the other prophets, Zephaniah was the grandson of a king and therefore offers a unique perspective into the corruption and sin that perpetrated many of the rulers of that era. In these passages, Zephaniah urges a return to godliness, so that the people of Israel might be saved from the approaching judgment...
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The genre of Psalms is Songs and Poetry of all kinds. It is written by multiple authors, David wrote 73, Asaph wrote 12, the sons of Korah wrote 9, Solomon wrote 3, Ethan, and Moses each wrote one (Ps. 90), and 51 of the Psalms are anonymous. They were written over the span of approximately 900 years (Beginning at the time of Moses 1440 B.C. and through the captivity in 586 B.C.).
The Psalms include praises of joy, laments, blessings, and thanksgivings....
5) 2 Samuel
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The second book of Samuel follows the rule of King David, after the death of King Saul, and his establishment of Jerusalem as the capital city of Israel. 2 Samuel shows both the shortcomings and successes of David as king, but also the forgiveness of God after true repentance. Notable stories include David's adultery with Bathsheba, the overthrow of King David by his son Absalom, and the journey of the Ark to Jerusalem.
6) Jude
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Only one chapter long, the book of Jude is an epistle written by the half-brother of Jesus, who became a Christian only after His crucifixion. This book uses examples from the Old Testament to show the importance of obeying God and following His teachings. Jude condemns the false teachers and urges the Christians to unite and strengthen each other's faith in order to withstand their deception.
7) Hosea
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The first of the Minor Prophets, Hosea was written during the reign of the wicked kings in Northern Israel who led their people into idolatry and sin. Selflessly using his own family to represent Israel's unfaithfulness to God, Hosea exemplifies the everlasting forgiveness of God after repentance.
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Renowned for his hugely popular narration of the King James Bible, Christopher Glyn now brings his considerable inspirational talents to a unique new audiobook of the Complete Catholic Bible. And it's not just Christopher's voice that will be familiar to listeners — because this recording comprises his complete reading of KJV with the addition of the deuterocanonical books of Tobit, Judith, 1 Maccabees, 2 Maccabees, Wisdom (Ecclesiasticus), Sirach,...
9) Malachi
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The book of Malachi is the last book in the Old Testament and was written after the Jews had returned from exile and rebuilt their temple. These passages contain instructions to the Israelites to be consistent in their worship of God and not to forsake Him in times of difficulty. Malachi prophesies of the consequences of turning away from God and urges the Israelites to stay faithful to Him.
10) Matthew
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The book of Matthew is the first book of the New Testament and the first of the Gospels to be written by one of Jesus' disciples. Matthew testifies to the sacred lineage of Christ, proving His legitimacy as the Messiah and the Son of God. The Gospel also tells the story of Jesus' life, from His conception to His resurrection, making this book a wonderful transition from the Old Testament to the New, as it demonstrates the fulfilment of the prophecies...
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The Book of Jasher, which means "The Book of the Upright", is a non-canonical book mentioned twice in the Hebrew Bible. The narrative covers the period presented in Genesis, Exodus, Numbers, Deuteronomy and Joshua in greater detail and with explanations that are not recorded in the Bible.
In this professionally recorded audiobook, the rarely heard stories of the Book of Jasher are brought vividly to life by British narrator Christopher Glyn, best...
12) 2 Peter
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Written shortly after 1 Peter, 2 Peter addresses the Christian believers and condemns the teachings of false prophets who entwined other theologies into the Christian faith. 2 Peter teaches that in order not to be swayed by the insidiousness of the false doctrines, it is essential to study the word of God and to develop a close relationship with His Son, Jesus.
15) 2 Corinthians
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In this sequel to 1 Corinthians, the apostle Paul responds to accusations that his apostleship is not justified and genuine. Paul writes of his own suffering and relationship with God, and also condemns the false messengers of God for spreading division amongst the church. This book is an encouraging reminder that God allows affliction and suffering for a purpose and that His grace is always present during these times of difficulty.
16) Philemon
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Only one chapter long, Philemon is an epistle written by Paul to exhort a slave owner to forgive his runaway slave, Onesimus. As a close friend of Philemon, Paul encourages him to no longer see Onesimus as a slave, but as a fellow brother in Christ, whose forgiveness should be emulated by all His followers.
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There are only five Poetry and Wisdom books, but they contain some of the best-known songs and passages in the Bible. Whether they express praise to God, pearls of wisdom, or beautiful romantic poetry, each book in this volume is an essential companion to Christian life and showcases the truly outstanding lyrical and literary side of the Bible which may be mistakenly overlooked.
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Since its first publication in 1611, the King James Version of the Bible, with its flowing language and prose rhythm, has had a profound influence on the literature of the past 400 years and is the greatest English translation ever produced. English speakers around the world are acclaiming this recent recording by British narrator, Christopher Glyn, who's talented voice and knowledge of the text makes for a rich listening experience, capturing the...
19) Job
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The story of Job is one of endurance and faith in times of hardship, suffering, and loss. This book is filled with theological passages and is a revered work of literary magnificence that debates the frequently asked question, “Why does God allow good people to suffer?” The lessons taught in Job are an encouraging reminder of God's omniscience and omnipotence that are beyond all human comprehension.
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The first five books of the Bible, also known as the Pentateuch, were written by Moses and are an important introduction to the rest of the Bible as they contain the history of the Jewish people from the creation of the world to their exile in the desert for forty years. These books also contain the divine laws which form the basis of Judaism and give instructions on how to live a holy life as God's chosen people.