The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Complete
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| Title | The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Complete |
|---|---|
| Edition | Challoner's revised Douay-Rheims Version (Old Testament 1609 & 1610, New Testament 1582). The Whole Revised and Diligently Compared with the Latin Vulgate by Bishop Richard Challoner A.D. 1749-1752 |
| Original Publication | Catholic Software |
| Note | Books #1581 and #8300 are substantially the same. #1609 has the Old Testament Volume I, while #1610 has Volume II. #1582 has just the New Testament, Volume III. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents |
The Old Testament (Vol I-II Books) The New Testament (Vol III Books) Appendices: The Prayer of Manasses The Third Booke of Esdras The Fourth Booke of Esdras The Prophecie of Abdias The Catholike Epistle of Iude the Apostle The Preface to the Reader (selection from 1582) Hard Wordes Explicated. |
| Credits | Dennis McCarthy and Tad Book |
| Summary | "The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Complete" is a religious text that serves as a translation of the Scriptures originally published in the late 16th century and further revised in the mid-18th century. This version, translated from the Latin Vulgate and diligently compared with other editions, contains the entirety of both the Old and New Testaments along with annotations. The Bible explores the themes of faith, morality, and God’s relationship with humanity through various historical and spiritual narratives. The opening of this edition features the Book of Genesis, which describes the creation of the world, the origins of humanity, and pivotal events such as the fall of Adam and Eve, the flood led by Noah, and the early life of Abraham. It details the creation week, beginning with God creating the heavens and the earth and culminating in the creation of humankind in His own image. Genesis also recounts significant stories of the patriarchs, laying the foundational beliefs of faith, obedience, and covenant with God, while establishing the genealogies that lead to the Israelite nation. This introduction not only sets the stage for the biblical narrative but emphasizes themes of divine authority and human responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament |
| Subject | Bible |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1581 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 23, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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