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The Bible Doesn't Say That - 40 Biblical Mistranslations, Misconceptions, And Other Misunderstandings

by Joel M. Hoffman
The Bible Doesn't Say That - 40 Biblical Mistranslations, Misconceptions, And Other Misunderstandings - Thryft
The Bible Doesn't Say That - 40 Biblical Mistranslations, Misconceptions, And Other Misunderstandings - Thryft

Eye-opening revelations unraveling biblical misconceptions.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Bible. With wit and clarity, Dr. Joel M. Hoffman uncovers the truth behind 40 misunderstood passages, challenging widely accepted interpretations. From debunking mistranslations to shedding light on misconceptions, "The Bible Doesn't Say That" offers a fresh perspective, allowing readers to grasp the original meaning of this ancient text. Prepare to have your beliefs questioned and discover the untold stories within the world's most popular book.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Bible Doesn't Say That - 40 Biblical Mistranslations, Misconceptions, And Other Misunderstandings

by Joel M. Hoffman
ISBN: 9781250059482
Authors: Joel M. Hoffman
Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
Date of Publication: 2016-02-16
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Religion, History, Science
Related Topics: Christian, Spirituality, Theology, Christianity, History
Goodreads rating: 3.35
(rated by 274 readers)

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The Bible Doesn't Say That explores what the Bible meant before it was misinterpreted over the past 2,000 years.Acclaimed translator and biblical scholar Dr. Joel M. Hoffman walks the reader through dozens of mistranslations, misconceptions, and other misunderstandings about the Bible. In forty short, straightforward chapters, he covers morality, life-style, theology, and biblical imagery, including:*The Bible doesn't call homosexuality a sin, and it doesn't advocate for the one-man-one-woman model of the family that has been dubbed "biblical."*The Bible's famous "beat their swords into plowshares" is matched by the militaristic, "beat your plowshares into swords."*The often-cited New Testament quotation "God so loved the world" is a mistranslation, as are the titles "Son of Man" and "Son of God."*The Ten Commandments don't prohibit killing or coveting.What does the Bible say about violence? About the Rapture? About keeping kosher? About marriage and divorce? Hoffman provides answers to all of these and more, succinctly explaining how so many pivotal biblical answers came to be misunderstood.
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Eye-opening revelations unraveling biblical misconceptions.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Bible. With wit and clarity, Dr. Joel M. Hoffman uncovers the truth behind 40 misunderstood passages, challenging widely accepted interpretations. From debunking mistranslations to shedding light on misconceptions, "The Bible Doesn't Say That" offers a fresh perspective, allowing readers to grasp the original meaning of this ancient text. Prepare to have your beliefs questioned and discover the untold stories within the world's most popular book.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.