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Davey and Goliath volume 54
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Davey learns the real meaning of Christmas when he gives his part as a Wise Man to another boy.
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Great Courses volume 28
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Relive the first Jewish revolt against Rome between 66 and 70 C.E. You'll follow the infighting among Jewish rebel groups, explore the sites of fierce battles between rebels and Roman soldiers, and follow the tactics of Roman generals such as Vespasian and Titus as they besiege Jerusalem.
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Whirl volume 5
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Spirit Spirit (Filled) / Not So Fun Facts (Tongue) / Director Objector (Greatness) / Why Pray Tell? (Prayer) / Youthful Nuisance (Belong) / Miss Bumpy (Possessions) / Mess of Moxie (Servant) / Classic Burt (Sight) / Trauma Garage (Neighbor)
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Great Courses volume 13
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What did the earliest Christians believe about Jesus's divinity? Delve into Romans and Acts for what they may tell us about early Christian thought, identifying the "pre-literary" creeds they quote from. Observe how these creeds indicate a view that Jesus was adopted as the Son of God precisely upon his resurrection.
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Davey and Goliath volume 1
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Davey® remembers being separated from his family while they toured a cave. But like Jesus going after a lost sheep, the family's tour guide rescued Davey.
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Greatest Heroes and Legends of the Bible volume 10
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Featuring an introduction by Oscar-winning actor Charlton Heston, this entertaining and educational installment of the animated biblical series vividly recounts the story of creation and the tale of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. Your youngsters will
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Every year when families gather for the Passover holiday, the youngest child poses that question as part of the poetic Four Questions near the start of the Seder. The answers are no less than the story of a people bound in slavery, their suffering in a foreign land, and their ultimate liberation-the story of Passover. Here the Four Questions are presented with refreshing clarity, providing insight into the symbols and rituals of the holiday.
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Great Courses volume 22
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Now turn from the nature of Hell to the nature of Heaven. Here, review Augustine's account of Heaven, his vision of the final fulfilled state of the human, and the realization of God. See how he works to resolve one of theology's key puzzles, the tension between here and there, Earth and Heaven.
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Jesus Wonder volume 2
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Jesus came down from the mountainside. A leper came and knelt before him and said, Lord, if you are willing, you can cleanse me. Jesus touched the man. I am willing he said. Be clean! Immediately he was cleansed of his leprosy. Then Jesus said to him, see
1310) Building a Bridge
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Follows Father James Martin on his journey to make the Catholic Church more accepting of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Life of Muhammad volume 2
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Omaar shines a light on key events in Muhammad's life, including the Night Journey to Jerusalem, his life-threatening departure from Mecca, the establishment of the Constitution of Medina that recognizes the rights of all people (Jews, Christians, and pagan tribes) living in that city, and the war with the Meccan tribes, with implications on the world today.
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Great Courses volume 18
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Encounter the Protestant Reformation and its central tenets - justification through faith, a priesthood of all believers, and a focus on the Bible. You'll also look at the major denominations that developed, such as Lutheranism and Methodism. Then consider various nondenominational movements in today's world: evangelicalism, fundamentalism, and liberal Christianity.
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Great Courses volume 10
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Learn the mysterious and romantic story behind this extraordinary masterwork. Study the musical traits of the Classical Era and the genre of the requiem mass, as ingeniously embodied in Mozart's music. Then investigate Mozart's musical "rhetoric," the technical means through which he portrays the drama of life, grief, and the hope for consolation.
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Great Courses volume 1
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The City of God is a monumental work--not just for its scale and structure, but for what it asks of us as readers. In this first lecture, dive into the many layers of this powerful book, surveying why Augustine wrote it, for whom, and what impact it still has on our world today.
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Holy Moly volume 2
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Rebekah and Isaac / Jacob and Esau / Jacob Becomes Israel / Joseph and His Brothers / Joseph Interprets Pharaoh's Dream / Joseph Forgives
1316) Amira's Picture Day
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Just the thought of Eid makes Amira warm and tingly inside. From wearing new clothes to handing out goody bags at the mosque, Amira can't wait for the festivities to begin. But when a flier on the fridge catches her eye, Amira's stomach goes cold. Not only is it Eid, it's also school-picture day. If she's not in her class picture, how will her classmates remember her? Won't her teacher wonder where she is? Although the day's celebrations at the mosque...
1317) Ephraim's Rescue
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By listening to and following his heart, Ephraim Hanks finds his way in life and eventually provides relief and rescue to the suffering Martin Handcart Company. Based on a true story.
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Great Courses volume 21
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The letter is one of the most important forms of Christian communication, from the New Testament letters of Paul through today's Papal addresses. In the early Christian world, apocryphal letters abounded, many of them forged. Examine the content of some of these letters, including ones purportedly written by Jesus.
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Great Courses volume 18
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This dazzling church in southern Germany embodies the joyful exuberance of the Rococo style. In studying its almost overwhelming decoration of florid ornamentation, lyrical paintings, and animated statuary, observe how the detailed symbolism of the artworks ingeniously expresses the church's themes of repentance, forgiveness, and reconciliation.
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Great Courses volume 11
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The second century theologian Valentinus used the Gnostic myth in creating a powerful Christian movement. Here, learn how Valentinus modified Gnostic teachings in ways appealing to early Christians. Grasp how his spirituality invited followers to find true gnosis in Jesus and to experience God directly, intimately, and joyfully.
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