KJV Apocrypha: Readers Edition
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The Apocrypha, meaning "hidden things," is a collection of books included in the Greek Septuagint translation of the Hebrew Bible (with some later additions) and in the Latin Vulgate translation. While these books are not part of the Hebrew text that forms the canon for Judaism and Protestant Christianity, they are, nevertheless, regarded as canonical by several Christian traditions. Increasingly, scholars have pronounced the Apocrypha to be of great value for understanding the place of Judaism in the Hellenistic and Roman periods. Consisting of such literary genres as wisdom, historical fiction, histories, devotional writings, letters, and even apocalypse, the Apocrypha is a valuable tool for those wishing to comprehend the times between the Old and New Testaments. Included are 1 Esdras; 1 & 2 Maccabees; Tobit; Judith; Esther (Greek); Song of the Three Young Men; Susanna; Bel and the Dragon; Wisdom of Solomon; Wisdom of Jesus, Son of Sirach (Ecclesiasticus); Baruch; Letter of Jeremiah; Prayer of Manasseh; and 2 Esdras. The Apocrypha is used by the Anglican, Eastern Orthodox, Lutheran, Methodist, and Roman Catholic traditions. This affordable, slim volume is a convenient supplement to Bibles that don't include the apocryphal texts; and is ideal for classroom use or personal study. It also includes an essay from John R. Kohlenberger III on the importance of the Apocrypha. Review: I love this, Great read - I really love this, The apocrypha is a great read. One thing that I didn't like though is how the text is printed in double column, I would have preferred it to be a single column but that isn't a big deal. Anyways it's worth reading Review: Apocrypha - I agree with the other reviews these books are an interesting read though Susanna and Judith seem more like fables than true bible stories and Maccabees was one never ending battle (but did wonder how their enemies managed to still survive and keep coming back in their thousands after being slaughtered and wiped out so many times).
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C**L
I love this, Great read
I really love this, The apocrypha is a great read. One thing that I didn't like though is how the text is printed in double column, I would have preferred it to be a single column but that isn't a big deal. Anyways it's worth reading
T**Y
Apocrypha
I agree with the other reviews these books are an interesting read though Susanna and Judith seem more like fables than true bible stories and Maccabees was one never ending battle (but did wonder how their enemies managed to still survive and keep coming back in their thousands after being slaughtered and wiped out so many times).
S**R
KJ AV Apocrypha
I am glad that I can now read what the compilers of the Holy Scriptures decided not to include. This edition has two columns. The print size is small but readable and the print is clear. An excellent AV version from which to study.
S**G
Great buy
This apocrypha is a great read. I love it
R**E
So interesting
Glad I got this. Utterly fascinating texts, but I can see why they didn't make it into the "inspired" texts. They are truly worth reading though.
B**W
Four Stars
Educational
T**L
GREAT
GREAT no nonsense KJV version of the Apocrypha, easy to read, good size, truly worth owning especially considering the price is so cheap. It's quality is far above it's price.
J**N
Useful edition of the AV apocrypha.
Useful edition of the AV apocrypha.
M**B
KJV Apocrypha
I like the large print. That is why I specifically purchased this Apocrypha.
A**N
good condition
thank you awsome books this book was in good conditions
G**N
No problems I just wished the print was larger.
No problems, BUT I wished the print was larger. But it is readable for my nearly 65 year old eyes.
P**N
Adds to your understanding of KJV bible.
The apocrypha was taken out of original KJV bible for some strange reason. This helps your understanding of complete KJV bible.
Y**N
Just what I needed
This adds to help my studies of the scriptures!!!!!
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