Digital Logos Edition
The Greater Men and Women of the Bible is a classic account of all the key figures in the Bible, compiled by the great Bible editor, James Hastings. First published in 1913, it is an essential sermon or study guide to the notable individuals of the Scriptures. For over 100 characters such as David, Moses, Jezebel, Habakkuk, Matthew, Herod the Great, and Paul, Hastings provides biography, historical context, and theological significance. He also includes a list of consulted sources for each biblical figure. Hastings also incorporates popular poems and quotes from prominent authors of his day, drawing connections between historical figures and present-day concerns.
Containing over 3000 pages of notes and summaries, The Greater Men and Women of the Bible is perfect for gaining a thorough understanding of the major figures of the Scriptures, whether you’re a pastor, student, or a general reader of the Bible. With the Logos edition of this collection, you can study the characters of the Bible right alongside all your other resources.
The fifth volume contains many of the figures from the Gospel accounts, including Matthew, Mary, Martha, Simon of Cyrene, and Thomas.
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“the moment of her greatest need was the moment also of her highest help. ‘Jesus saith unto her, Mary.” (Page 309)
“In every list of these women given by the Synoptic Evangelists her name comes first.” (Page 306)
“she only longed to know whither His body had been taken” (Page 308)
“No wonder that she loved Him and with woman’s whole-hearted devotion hung about His footsteps in Galilee and ‘ministered unto him,’ content in some poor measure thus to repay her infinite debt!” (Page 305)
“The true answer to the question of their support is that these women, who were evidently in some cases women of means, ‘ministered unto them of their substance.’” (Page 304)
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