Ecclesiastes is one of the most fascinating -- and hauntingly familiar -- books of the Old Testament. The sentiments of the main speaker of the book- a person given the name Qohelet- sound incredibly modern. Expressing the uncertainty and anxieties of our own age- he is driven by the question- "Where can we find meaning in the world?" But while Qohelet's question resonates with readers today- h…
This comprehensive volume offers readers clear and concise answers to every major Bible difficulty from Genesis to Revelation- staunchly defending the authority and inspiration of Scripture. Written in a problem/solution format- the book covers over 800 questions that critics and doubters raise about the Bible. Three extensive indices-topical- Scripture- and unorthodox doctrines-offer quick and…
This excellent volume concentrates on works for intermediate and advanced pianists- including J. S. Bach's "Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue" as well as the "French Suite No. 5" and "Fantasia in C Minor-" BWV 906- Handel's "Suite No. 5 in E Major- Suite in G Minor" by Purcell- Rameau's "La Poule- Scarlatti's Sonata in D Minor-" K.9 (“Pastorale”) and "Sonata in G Minor-" K.30 (“The Cat's …
This comprehensive- one-volume commentary by 38 scholars offers accessible- concise explanations of the purpose and content of each biblical text.
Rich in the composer's customary melodic and rhythmic invention and harmonic ingenuity- this magnificent compilation of piano works includes such favorites as "Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue-" "Italian Concerto-" "Air Varied in the Italian Manner-" "Capriccio on the Departure of His Most Beloved Brother-" "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor-" and "Prelude and Fugue in C Minor." Additional selections fr…
Providing the first full encyclopedic handling of the thought and influence of St. Augustine of Hippo- editor Fitzgerald (Augustinian Patristic Inst.- Rome- editor of Augustinian Studies for Villanova Univ.) and four associate editors supply a much-needed reference for this major patristic figure in the development of Western religious thought. Over 140 scholars have supplied more than 400 arti…