This is the perfect companion to the Bible. The Bible: A User’s Manual will take you through the sacred text and explain the meaning and context of the readings in detail, right down to the verses. It may also give you new perspective on an old reading.
It also brings the Bible into modern society. For example:
"Women held a high status in the early Christian community. A woman was the first to know Jesus was the Messiah (Luke 1:26–38). All four Gospel accounts in the New Testament indicate that women were the first to know Jesus was resurrected (Matthew 28:1–8, Mark 16:1– 8, Luke 24:1–12, and John 20:1–18)."
This interpretation is enhanced with beautiful colour and black and white art from the 12th century onwards.