Author: Tessa Paul
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
ISBN: 9781844768479
Category : Christian saints
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A dictionary of Catholic saints that places their biographies in religious and social contexts.
A New Dictionary of Saints
Author: Michael J. Walsh
Publisher: Liturgical Press
ISBN: 9780814631867
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 666
Book Description
2008 Catholic Press Association Award Winner! This magnificent new publication distinguishes itself from others by its comprehensiveness, and in its coverage of Eastern, as well as Western, saints. The book contains approximately 7,000 Saints and Blesseds. Entries are placed in alphabetical order according to name. Where there are numerous saints with the same name (for example John) these are now listed chronologically. The entries include date and place of birth and death as well as family background, education, activity for which the saint is remembered, and whether he/she is a patron saint. In order to be comprehensive, even possibly mythical saints are included 'Barbara, Christopher and Katherine of Alexandria, because their stories have been so important in art, literature and popular devotion. This is the most complete and accurate Dictionary of Saints available.
Publisher: Liturgical Press
ISBN: 9780814631867
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 666
Book Description
2008 Catholic Press Association Award Winner! This magnificent new publication distinguishes itself from others by its comprehensiveness, and in its coverage of Eastern, as well as Western, saints. The book contains approximately 7,000 Saints and Blesseds. Entries are placed in alphabetical order according to name. Where there are numerous saints with the same name (for example John) these are now listed chronologically. The entries include date and place of birth and death as well as family background, education, activity for which the saint is remembered, and whether he/she is a patron saint. In order to be comprehensive, even possibly mythical saints are included 'Barbara, Christopher and Katherine of Alexandria, because their stories have been so important in art, literature and popular devotion. This is the most complete and accurate Dictionary of Saints available.
The Book of Saints
Author: Basil Watkins
Publisher: Burns & Oates
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 664
Book Description
List of illustrations -- Introduction -- Abbreviations -- Saints: entries A - Z -- Bibliography -- List of Websites -- Glossary -- Lists of National Martyrs.
Publisher: Burns & Oates
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 664
Book Description
List of illustrations -- Introduction -- Abbreviations -- Saints: entries A - Z -- Bibliography -- List of Websites -- Glossary -- Lists of National Martyrs.
Saints and Their Symbols
Author: Fernando Lanzi
Publisher: Liturgical Press
ISBN: 0814629709
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
Images that tell the story of salvation illustrate saints in various scenes. They are often depicted by an emblem or icon. It used to be that we knew enough about the saints to recognize them in images or artworks without much trouble, but it is becoming a struggle. understanding the saints. This text explains such things as why so many of the saints appear in images with Jesus and the Virgin Mary, yet remain unnamed, which symbols are associated with each saint, and what their roles were in Christian salvation. work of popular religious culture and anthropology.
Publisher: Liturgical Press
ISBN: 0814629709
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
Images that tell the story of salvation illustrate saints in various scenes. They are often depicted by an emblem or icon. It used to be that we knew enough about the saints to recognize them in images or artworks without much trouble, but it is becoming a struggle. understanding the saints. This text explains such things as why so many of the saints appear in images with Jesus and the Virgin Mary, yet remain unnamed, which symbols are associated with each saint, and what their roles were in Christian salvation. work of popular religious culture and anthropology.
A Dictionary of Quotes from the Saints
Author: Paul Thigpen
Publisher: Tan Books
ISBN: 9781505132151
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Overflowing with priceless spiritual insights, this rich collection entitled A Dictionary of Quotes from the Saints presents key quotes from the saints on topics that are fundamental to Christian faith and experience. Profound and challenging, whimsical and inspiring, these readings will open your eyes, expand your horizons, and challenge your thinking. What did the great heroes of the Catholic faith have to teach us about God? Christ? The Church? The sacraments? Prayer? Temptation? Virtues and vices? What do they have to say about the family? Friendship? Politics? Aging? The death of a loved one? Gossip? Laughter? Play? Discover the striking parallels and solid agreement in the teachings of saints who lived in many different ages, places, and cultures, yet drew from the same well of ancient Christian wisdom. Dive in and explore this array of the best of the saints' insights, organized in a brief, logical, and easy-to-use format. A Dictionary of Quotes from the Saints includes quotes from hundreds of saints, both those who are best known and those who should be better known as inspiring models of Christian faith and life. It provides an especially useful resource for priests, deacons, and other teachers of the Faith.
Publisher: Tan Books
ISBN: 9781505132151
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Overflowing with priceless spiritual insights, this rich collection entitled A Dictionary of Quotes from the Saints presents key quotes from the saints on topics that are fundamental to Christian faith and experience. Profound and challenging, whimsical and inspiring, these readings will open your eyes, expand your horizons, and challenge your thinking. What did the great heroes of the Catholic faith have to teach us about God? Christ? The Church? The sacraments? Prayer? Temptation? Virtues and vices? What do they have to say about the family? Friendship? Politics? Aging? The death of a loved one? Gossip? Laughter? Play? Discover the striking parallels and solid agreement in the teachings of saints who lived in many different ages, places, and cultures, yet drew from the same well of ancient Christian wisdom. Dive in and explore this array of the best of the saints' insights, organized in a brief, logical, and easy-to-use format. A Dictionary of Quotes from the Saints includes quotes from hundreds of saints, both those who are best known and those who should be better known as inspiring models of Christian faith and life. It provides an especially useful resource for priests, deacons, and other teachers of the Faith.
The Illustrated World Encyclopedia of Saints
Author: Tessa Paul
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780754818540
Category : Canonization
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A guide to the lives of over five hundred saints, illustrated with over five hundred paintings, statues, photographs, and artifacts.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780754818540
Category : Canonization
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A guide to the lives of over five hundred saints, illustrated with over five hundred paintings, statues, photographs, and artifacts.
An Illustrated Dictionary of Saints
Author: Tessa Paul
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
ISBN: 9781844768479
Category : Christian saints
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A dictionary of Catholic saints that places their biographies in religious and social contexts.
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
ISBN: 9781844768479
Category : Christian saints
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A dictionary of Catholic saints that places their biographies in religious and social contexts.
The Mini Book of Saints
Author: Diana C. Von Glahn
Publisher: Running Press Miniature Editions
ISBN: 9780762434336
Category : Christian patron saints
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Recognized by the masses, saints are memorable for being more than kitschy lawn statues. They are heavenly helpers with fascinating histories. Information about the most popular saints—including their feast days, the stories behind their little “lifesaving” benefits, and additional references—graces each page of this Mini Book. A format that is as portable as prayer cards, it can be popped into a pocket or purse for instant reference—or reassurance—any time of day.
Publisher: Running Press Miniature Editions
ISBN: 9780762434336
Category : Christian patron saints
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Recognized by the masses, saints are memorable for being more than kitschy lawn statues. They are heavenly helpers with fascinating histories. Information about the most popular saints—including their feast days, the stories behind their little “lifesaving” benefits, and additional references—graces each page of this Mini Book. A format that is as portable as prayer cards, it can be popped into a pocket or purse for instant reference—or reassurance—any time of day.
An Illustrated Dictionary of Medicine, Biology and Allied Sciences
Author: George Milbry Gould
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1642
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1642
Book Description
Saints & Angels
Author: Doreen Virtue
Publisher: Hay House
ISBN: 1401955401
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
The author "introduces you to the various ministering spirits of heaven and 42 inspirational figures who walked the earth. As you read this ... book, you'll come to understand the exact roles that different beings of God fulfill both in the Bible and in our lives and how they can help you today"--Dust jacket flap.
Publisher: Hay House
ISBN: 1401955401
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
The author "introduces you to the various ministering spirits of heaven and 42 inspirational figures who walked the earth. As you read this ... book, you'll come to understand the exact roles that different beings of God fulfill both in the Bible and in our lives and how they can help you today"--Dust jacket flap.
American Illustrated Dictionary
Author: Salim Khan Anmol
Publisher: Sakha Global Books
ISBN:
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
Product Description: American Illustrated Dictionary- A Comprehensive Dictionary is a recently launched book of Sakha Global Books publication to hold good command over English language. This is an excellent resource for all students who wish to learn, write and speak English language from zero level to an advanced level. A perfect English resource for self-study, the series follows a guided-learning approach that gives students access to a full answer key with model answers. Developed by experienced IELTS tutors, the series takes into account the specific language needs of learners at this level. A lower-level exam practice book designed to improve the level of students who plan to take the IELTS test in the future. This book has been designed to help you learn English in an easy and proper way. This is a clearly structured introductory English learning book intended to offer readers an advanced fluency in both spoken and written English. English pronunciations are given in easy way helping the readers to understand the complexities of English pronunciation. A lot of students have studied English for years but still aren’t able to speak English on an advanced level. They have tried many methods, attending classes, learning how to pronounce every single word and even getting a private English tutor to improve their spoken English, yet they still have a hard time pronouncing English words correctly or feeling too nervous to speak. The Best Proven Way to Learn and Speak English This book does not just tell you what is required but also gives details and exercises for success. If you follow the book and do the exercises, you will quickly see your speaking improve. You will be given the knowledge and resources, but you must use the methods if you want to improve your English speaking. This book has been divided into sections and each section has been further divided into lessons. have been given, wherever necessary. Also, exercises are given at the end of every lesson for practice and solutions at the end of the book. Salient Features of the Book: • Self-Sufficient, Self-Study Book. • Detailed Explanation of English Grammar Topics. • Easy tools for Written and Spoken English. • Complete Guide to Error-free usage of English in day-to-day life. • Easy to Grasp Language for better understanding. This book has been designed to help you learn English in an easy and proper way. This is a clearly structured introductory English learning book intended to offer readers an advanced fluency in both spoken and written English. English pronunciations are given in easy way helping the readers to understand the complexities of English pronunciation. - Author, Salim Khan Anmol
Publisher: Sakha Global Books
ISBN:
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
Product Description: American Illustrated Dictionary- A Comprehensive Dictionary is a recently launched book of Sakha Global Books publication to hold good command over English language. This is an excellent resource for all students who wish to learn, write and speak English language from zero level to an advanced level. A perfect English resource for self-study, the series follows a guided-learning approach that gives students access to a full answer key with model answers. Developed by experienced IELTS tutors, the series takes into account the specific language needs of learners at this level. A lower-level exam practice book designed to improve the level of students who plan to take the IELTS test in the future. This book has been designed to help you learn English in an easy and proper way. This is a clearly structured introductory English learning book intended to offer readers an advanced fluency in both spoken and written English. English pronunciations are given in easy way helping the readers to understand the complexities of English pronunciation. A lot of students have studied English for years but still aren’t able to speak English on an advanced level. They have tried many methods, attending classes, learning how to pronounce every single word and even getting a private English tutor to improve their spoken English, yet they still have a hard time pronouncing English words correctly or feeling too nervous to speak. The Best Proven Way to Learn and Speak English This book does not just tell you what is required but also gives details and exercises for success. If you follow the book and do the exercises, you will quickly see your speaking improve. You will be given the knowledge and resources, but you must use the methods if you want to improve your English speaking. This book has been divided into sections and each section has been further divided into lessons. have been given, wherever necessary. Also, exercises are given at the end of every lesson for practice and solutions at the end of the book. Salient Features of the Book: • Self-Sufficient, Self-Study Book. • Detailed Explanation of English Grammar Topics. • Easy tools for Written and Spoken English. • Complete Guide to Error-free usage of English in day-to-day life. • Easy to Grasp Language for better understanding. This book has been designed to help you learn English in an easy and proper way. This is a clearly structured introductory English learning book intended to offer readers an advanced fluency in both spoken and written English. English pronunciations are given in easy way helping the readers to understand the complexities of English pronunciation. - Author, Salim Khan Anmol