AuthorNorma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
NarratorKrystyna Gajda
Duration55m
CategoriesChildren and Young Adult Non-Fiction and Educational Titles, Religious Education
Key StageKS4
PublisherInhouse
VersionUnabridged
A detailed introduction to the Christian festivals of Ascensiontide and Pentecost. This audiobook offers an informative guide to the meaning and significance of these festivals, focusing on the symbols, customs and traditions associated with them. It also examines how Ascensiontide and Pentecost are celebrated in the church.
Author: Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Author Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 35m
Part of the 'Living Festivals' series, this short audio book focuses on the Christian festival of Easter and explains what it is, what it means and how it is celebrated. The significance of some of the most common symbols associated with Easter is also explained.
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Science and Religion: A Very Short Introduction
Author: Thomas Dixon
Author Thomas Dixon
Narrator Jan Boyd
Duration 5h 16m
The debate between science and religion is never out of the news: emotions run high, fuelled by polemical bestsellers like 'The God Delusion' and, at the other end of the spectrum, high-profile campaigns to teach 'Intelligent Design' in schools. Yet there is much more to the debate than the clash of these extremes. As Thomas Dixon shows in this bal...
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Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction
Author: Damien Keown
Author Damien Keown
Narrator Wilf Merttens
Duration 4h 44m
This Very Short Introduction introduces the reader to the teachings of the Buddha and to the integration of Buddhism into daily life. What are the distinctive features of Buddhism? Who was the Buddha, and what are his teachings? How has Buddhist thought developed over the centuries, and how can contemporary dilemmas be faced from a Buddhist perspec...
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The Religions Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
Author: Dorling Kindersley
Author Dorling Kindersley
Narrator Polly Boyes
Duration 15h 30m
This essential guide to religion explains the key tenets and big ideas behind the world's five main religions - Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism - alongside newer faiths. The Religions Book clearly explains the key concepts behind the earliest religious beliefs right up to the world's newest faiths, getting to the heart of what...
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Author: Dorling Kindersley
Author Dorling Kindersley
Narrator Polly Boyes
Duration 15h 40m
The Religions Book clearly explains the key concepts behind the earliest religious beliefs right up to the world's newest faiths, getting to the heart of what it means to believe with jargon-free descriptions, step-by-step diagrams, and witty illustrations that encapsulate every aspect of religious thinking. Examine major historical developments an...
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Author: David Angus
Author David Angus
Narrator Teresa Gallagher
Duration 2h 14m
An account of the life of Jesus, using the four Gospels as source material, from the traditional story of his birth to his death and resurrection. Includes portraits of the main characters in Jesus' life: Mary, Joseph, the Disciples, Mary Magdelene, Pontius Pilate as well as many famous parables.
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Author: Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Author Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Narrator Stephanie Beattie
Duration 46m
Part of the 'Living Festivals' series, this audio book examines the importance of Holy Week for Christians. Although Holy Week is not strictly a festival in its own right it is a very significant period in the Christian calendar. The authors explain the stories behind the three special days - Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday.
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The Usborne Books of World Religions
Author: Susan Meredith
Author Susan Meredith
Narrator Jan Boyd
Duration 3h 31m
This thought-provoking book examines in detail the beliefs, history and customs of all the major world religions, as well as taking a look at some less well-known faiths. The huge impact of religion on human affairs throughout history and some current religious issues are carefully and objectively discussed.
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Author: Neil Wenborn
Author Neil Wenborn
Narrator Adrian Grove
Duration 2h 39m
It is important for children living in the multi-faith society of today to grow up with an understanding of the rich diversity of religious beliefs and customs that co-exist within their communities. Here is a lively and informative companion to religious education studies for children of primary school age. The main religions - Hinduism, Buddhism,...
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Moses and Other Stories From the Old Testament
Author: David Angus
Author David Angus
Narrator Aled Jones
Duration 2h 12m
Stories from the Old Testament including 'Adam and Eve'; 'Noah's Ark'; 'Abraham and Isaac'; 'Cain and Abel'; 'Moses'; 'David and Goliath'; 'Jonah and the Whale' and 'Daniel in the Lion's Den'.
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