From one of the UK's leading reference publishers, comes an approachable and authoritative guide to Saints, old and new. The Collins Dictionary of Saints includes Saints from all around the world and across the millennia, giving a fascinating -- and sometimes intriguing -- insight into the lives and achievements of the men and women of God. From such little-known local Saints as Cadoc, the Welsh abbot who lived the life of a hermit on the island of Flat Holm in the Bristol Channel, to such pillars of the church as Saints Peter and Paul, and from the violent tendencies of Joan of Arc to the archetypal peacemaker, Francis of Assisi, this is the only guide you need. Special features include details of Patron Saints, the places they came from and worked in, and their activities. The dictionary also notes the latest additions to have joined the canon and those most likely to join in the near future. There is also a list of Saints who have been de-canonised formally or who perhaps should have been, either for their scandalous living or unholy actions -- and those who have gained a Sainthood under false pretences. This is a compelling read for those wanting a popular historical perspective on this fascinating aspect of social tradition. This dictionary is also an invaluable resource for Christian readers wishing to gain an understanding to the background to the lives of Saints, reflecting a growing interest in the Christian spiritual heritage.

Collins Dictionary Of Saints

Manser, Martin

Reference

Harper Collins Pb

Favourite hymns and readings for use on special occasions. This is an ideal reference work for choosing a suitable hymn or reading to study or read for inspiration, comfort, guidance and enjoyment. Arranged alphabetically, these 500 verses and hymns have been hand-picked so that selecting a much-loved work can be accessed easily. Each reading or hymn is introduced with a brief history to the piece and its author to provide entertainment and a sense of context. The pieces are also accompanied by a complete set of indexes which detail first lines, themes, Bible references and authors so that the much-loved works are thoroughly cross referenced and can be found with ease.

Best Loved Hymns And Readings

Religion & Spirituality

Worship & Devotion

Harpercollins Pub, Ltd.

Collins Dictionary for Writers And Editors

Well-known or well known? Affect or effect? Majorca or Mallorca? Royal Family or royal family? Spell check cannot be relied upon to help with the trickier aspects of the English language. Even the most sophisticated writers of English will be faced with questions and problems in the quest for clear, elegant and correct writing. This reference answers these questions, and thousands of other usage conundrums, with a comprehensive collection of entries designed to sweep the minefield of the English language.

Collins Dictionary for Writers and Editors

Dictionaries & Thesauruses

Collins

A highly-readable guide, and the perfect quick-reference key to the Bible as a whole.This dictionary is for anyone who wants a quick-reference guide to the Bible, and is suitable for both the general Christian reader, and students of theology, ancient history, or literature.Reflecting up-to-date scholarship, the Collins Dictionary of the Bible also incorporates innovative features such as breakdowns of the structure of each book of the Bible. Entries consist of the main people, places, customs, religious and cultural aspects, events, and institutions of the Bible.The approach to the dictionary is non-denominational, so its appeal is far-reaching – it won’t just appeal to those of the Christian faith, but to those from other religious backgrounds and those of no religious faith.

Collins Dictionary of The Bible (Collins Dictionary Of... S)

Selman, Martin

Teen & Young Adult

From The Lord's Prayer and Footprints, to excerpts from The Pilgrims Progress and A Christmas Carol, this timeless collection of prayers, quotes, and poems is a great source of inspiration when planning for a ceremonial occasion, speech, wedding, or funeral; or equally useful for personal devotions. The many contributors include C. S. Lewis, Florence Nightingale, St. Francis of Assisi, John and Charles Wesley, John Stott, Oswald Chambers, and G. K. Chesterton. Each reading is introduced with a brief history to the piece and its author, providing new levels of interest and a sense of context. For example, the book features a poem from Minnie Louise Haskins that King George VI quoted in his address to the nation shortly after the outbreak of World War II, and also includes both Hugh Latimer's and William Tyndale's last words. The 300 hand-picked pieces have been arranged alphabetically, and is also accompanied by a set of indexes which detail first lines, themes, Bible references, and authors, enabling readers to make the most of this fabulous selection.

Best Loved Prayers & Words of Wisdom

Christian Books & Bibles

HarperCollins, UK

Are you looking for a baby name with a deeper meaning? Or for a popular and resonant name that has stood the test of time? If so, then Christian Christian Names is the only book you'll need.
Are you looking for a baby name with a deeper meaning? Or for a popular and resonant name that has stood the test of time?
If so, then Christian Christian Names is the only book you'll need. It includes over 2,000 first names for boys and girls, from Aaron to Zipporah.
There are many you'll recognise and some you won't, but all of them have their meaning explained as well as the story of the Biblical character or Saint with the same name.

Christian Christian Names: Baby Names inspired by the Bible and the Saints

Parenting & Relationships

A timeless collection of prayers, quotes, poems and speeches for every occasion. Complete with a brief introduction to each piece and its author, this book features words and prayers from 300BC to the present day. It provides a great source of inspiration when planning a speech or ceremonial occasion or can be used for personal devotions.
This carefully chosen selection of the best loved prayers and words of wisdom is a staple for any bookshelf.
The many contributors include C. S. Lewis, Florence Nightingale, St Francis of Assisi, John &amp; Charles Wesley, Mother Teresa, John Stott, Oswald Chambers, G. K. Chesterton and Julian of Norwich. From The Lord's Prayer and Footprints, to excerpts from A Pilgrims Progress and A Christmas Carol, this compilation is a useful for individuals to read and reference, and a great source of inspiration when planning for a ceremonial occasion, speech, wedding or funeral.
Each reading is introduced with a brief history to the piece and its author, providing new levels of interest and a sense of context.
The 300 hand-picked pieces have been arranged alphabetically, so that selecting a favourite work is easy. This guide is also accompanied by a set of indexes which detail first lines, themes, Bible references, and authors, so that each entry is thoroughly cross-referenced, enabling you to make the most of this fabulous selection.

Best Loved Prayers and Words of Wisdom

The meetings secrets that experts and top professionals use.

Meetings (Collins Business Secrets)

Business & Money

Skills

William Collins

Meetings

Accounting

The Penguin Writer's Manual is the essential companion for anyone who wants to master the art of writing good English. Whether you're composing an essay, sending a business letter or an email to a colleague, or firing off an angry letter to a newspaper, this guide will help you to brush up you communication skills and write correct and confident English.

Penguin Writers Manual

Curtis, Stephen

Literature & Fiction

Penguin Uk

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