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Author: Richard Tames
Format: MP3 CD
Author Richard Tames
Narrator Juliet Prague
Duration 42m
This audiobook explains the main beliefs of Islam and shows how these beliefs affect the lives of the people who follow them. There is also a timeline highlighting important dates and a glossary of terms. A clear and straightforward introduction to one of the world's leading religions.
View BookAuthor: Katherine Prior
Format: MP3 CD
Author Katherine Prior
Narrator Jan Jenkins
Duration 45m
This audiobook explores the main beliefs of Hinduism, and shows how those beliefs affect the lives of the people who follow them. There is also a timeline showing important dates and a glossary of terms in this guide to one of the world's leading religions.
View BookThe Spiritual Verses: Masnavi-ye Ma'navi Book 1
Author: Jalaloddin Rumi
Format: MP3 CD
Author Jalaloddin Rumi
Narrator Anton Lesser
Duration 4h 44m
Rumi's 'Spiritual Verses' is the greatest mythical poem in Islamic culture. Rumi tells of our human separation from reality, from love and from truth. He shows how love - neither erotic nor sentimental but divine, by which the universe is held together - enlightens ignorance and dissolves suffering. The audiobook moves from simple, amusing tales...
View BookAuthor: Chris Wright
Format: MP3 CD
Author Chris Wright
Narrator Stephanie Beattie
Duration 2h 12m
In this audiobook, students are encouraged to reflect on the 'big questions' about suffering, life and death in relation to Buddhism. There are activities to encourage students to make links between their own experiences and those encountered in religions, as well as factual information to ensure depth as well as breadth of knowledge.
View BookMoses and Other Stories From the Old Testament
Author: David Angus
Format: MP3 CD
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'.
View BookAuthor: David Angus
Format: MP3 CD
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.
View BookScience and Religion: A Very Short Introduction
Author: Thomas Dixon
Format: MP3 CD
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 b...
View BookAuthor: Neil Wenborn
Format: MP3 CD
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,...
View BookAuthor: Dorling Kindersley
Format: MP3 CD
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...
View BookThe Usborne Books of World Religions
Author: Susan Meredith
Format: MP3 CD + Stream / Download
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.
View BookThe Religions Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
Author: Dorling Kindersley
Format: MP3 CD
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...
View BookClues and Choices: New Testament
Author: Terence Copley
Format: MP3 CD
Author Terence Copley
Narrator Jane Steel
Duration 2h 56m
This audiobook looks at five important stories from the New Testament that may seem puzzling to modern readers, and aims to provide clues to enable students to understand what the Bible writers were trying to say. The five stories focus on Jesus' birth, a 'nature' miracle, a dramatic example of healing, a parable and the resurrection of Christ.
View BookAuthor: Peter Whitfield
Format: MP3 CD
Author Peter Whitfield
Narrator Oliver Ford Davies
Duration 2h 39m
History or myth? The word of God or the words of men? What is the Bible? This history, especially written for this recording, describes clearly and concisely how the Bible came into being, what it contains and its appearance in the ancient languages of Aramaic, Hebrew, Greek and Latin. After 400 years, the King James Version remains a religious tex...
View BookThe Middle Way: The Story of Buddhism
Author: Jinananda
Format: MP3 CD
Author Jinananda
Narrator David Timson
Duration 3h 56m
This account is written by Jinananda, an English-born Buddhist. The subject is split into The Three Jewels: 'The Buddha', a life of the historical figure; 'The Dharma', an account of the fundamental teachings; and 'The Sangha', the disciples, both lay and monastic throughout the world. With extracts of some of the main sutras, this audiobook explai...
View BookAuthor: Angela Wood
Format: MP3 CD
Author Angela Wood
Narrator Josh Cass
Duration 40m
This audiobook examines the main beliefs of Judaism and shows how these beliefs affect the everyday lives of people who follow them. A simple and straightforward guide to one of the world's major religions, this book also contains a timeline of important dates and a glossary of terms.
View BookBuddhism: A Very Short Introduction
Author: Damien Keown
Format: MP3 CD + Stream / Download
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...
View BookAuthor: Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Format: MP3 CD
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.
View BookAuthor: Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Format: MP3 CD
Author Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Narrator Krystyna Gajda
Duration 55m
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.
View BookClues and Choices: Old Testament
Author: Terence Copley
Format: MP3 CD
Author Terence Copley
Narrator Belinda Liversedge
Duration 2h 29m
This audiobook looks at six important stories from the Old Testament that may seem puzzling or irrelevant to modern readers, and aims to provide clues to enable students to understand what the Bible is trying to say. The six stories focus on creation, Adam and Eve, the Plagues, the Ten Commandments, Jonah and Job.
View BookAuthor: Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Format: MP3 CD
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.
View BookAuthor: Katherine Prior
Format: MP3 CD
Author Katherine Prior
Narrator Krystyna Gajda
Duration 46m
This audio book explores the main beliefs of Christianity, and shows how these beliefs affect the lives of the people who follow them. There is also a timeline showing important dates and a glossary of terms in this clear and straight forward guide to one of the worlds leading religions.
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