Church Curiosities

Church Curiosities
Author: David Castleton
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2021-03-18
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1784424420

In churches and cathedrals across Britain, tucked away among ordinary items such as pews, screens and pulpits, sit a plethora of fascinating and unexpected objects. From dragon-slaying spears and the ribs of monstrous cows, to pagan altars, reindeer horns and mummified skulls, these curiosities have intrigued generations of visitors. In this captivating history, David Castleton explores this fascinating world of lepers' squints, pancake bells, virgin garlands and sanctuary knockers, and unravels the tales, legends and folkloric ceremonies that lay behind these charming and often deeply unusual artefacts.

The Incredible Book of Vatican Facts and Papal Curiosities

The Incredible Book of Vatican Facts and Papal Curiosities
Author: Nino Lo Bello
Publisher: Gramercy
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Popes
ISBN: 9780517220832

Which pope was a speed demon? What is the pope's salary? Here is a non-sacred treasure trove of fascinating, surprising, and little-known tidbits about the Vatican and the popes, not only for the 700 million Catholics in the world but also for people of other faiths. Includes a time-line of significant dates in Church history, and a glossary of Vatican terms.

Curiosities of Christian History Prior to the Reformation

Curiosities of Christian History Prior to the Reformation
Author: James Paterson
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 627
Release: 2019-12-04
Genre: History
ISBN:

In 'Curiosities of Christian History Prior to the Reformation', James Paterson takes readers on a journey through the first fourteen centuries of Christianity, offering a glimpse into the lives of early Christians, their customs, festivals, and the challenges they faced. In this book, Paterson manages to capture the Christian temperament throughout the centuries, from martyrs and hermits to monks, nuns, and friars.

Curiosities and (Un)common Sense from the Bible

Curiosities and (Un)common Sense from the Bible
Author: Anthony Russo
Publisher: Ellie Claire Gifts
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2021-11-09
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1546000844

The Bible. You've heard of it, yes? Maybe something about David and Goliath or Noah’s ark, or a baby in a manger? What if I told you there was tons of stuff in the Bible that you’ve never heard about? Things like talking donkeys, self-conscious magicians, and kings who think they’re cows. The Bible is a curious book full of deeply flawed people and a God who refuses to give up on them. Don’t believe me? Look for yourself. In these 60 devotions, we examine these unique stories, the circumstances and biblical truth around them, and what they reveal about the heart of God.

The Hodder Compendium of Christian Curiosities

The Hodder Compendium of Christian Curiosities
Author: David Moloney
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2011-08-18
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1444717383

Fascinating facts, enlightening lists and random observations on our rich, historic and extraordinary faith

Iowa Curiosities

Iowa Curiosities
Author: Eric Jones
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2009-11-10
Genre: History
ISBN: 0762761601

Your round-trip ticket to the wildest, wackiest, most outrageous people, places, and things the Hawkeye State has to offer!