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Moses 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'.
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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 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 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 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 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 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 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: 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 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.
View BookHalloween, All Souls' and All Saints'
Author: Antony Ewens
Format: MP3 CD
Author Antony Ewens
Narrator Stephanie Beattie
Duration 30m
Part of the 'Living Festivals' series, this is an informative guide to the festivals of Hallowe'en, All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, which explains the history behind the festivals, their significance as religious occasions and looks at the differences in the ways they were celebrated in the past and the ways they are celebrated today.
View BookAuthor: Various
Format: MP3 CD
Author Various
Narrator Various
Duration 7h 39m
This audiobook contains the best known and most important sections from the New Testament. It includes selections from the Gospels, using Matthew as the main text, the Epistles of Paul, the Acts of the Apostles and Revelations. The feature music is by Byrd, Tallis and Schuetz.
View BookAuthor: Various
Format: MP3 CD
Author Various
Narrator Various
Duration 7h 45m
This title encompasses the most familiar passages covering the main characters of the Old Testament, from Adam and Eve to King Solomon, including the Psalms and Proverbs. An extended essay looks at links with Western art, literature and music. The music includes Tallis's 'Lamentations'.
View BookAuthor: Sumbul Ali Karamali
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Author Sumbul Ali Karamali
Narrator The Author
Duration 5h 16m
Author Sumbul Ali-Karamali offers her personal account, discussing the many and varied questions she fielded from curious friends and schoolmates while growing up in Southern California--from diet, to dress, to prayer and holidays and everything in between. She also provides an academically reliable introduction to Islam, addressing its inception,...
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