Sister Wendy S Bible Treasury

Author : Wendy Beckett
Publisher : SPCK
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2012-05-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780281068500

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Sister Wendy's Bible Treasury by Wendy Beckett Pdf

The Bible contains some of the greatest stories and teachings of all time. It is also the inspiration for some of the greatest pictures ever painted. Sister Wendy's Bible Treasury captures some of the Bible's most dramatic scenes and memorable characters, as depicted by artists such as Botticelli, Caravaggio, Degas, Duccio, Durer, El Greco, Giotto, Leonardo, Raphael, Rembrandt, Rubens Rublev, Titian and Van Gogh. From the majesty of Genesis to the mystery of Revelation, Sister Wendy invites you to share her delight in the way these painters have interpreted and depicted the Bible over two thousand years.

Author : Wendy Beckett
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781608332465

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Sister Wendy's Bible Treasury by Wendy Beckett Pdf

Author : Wendy Beckett
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Art
ISBN : STANFORD:36105020140849

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Sister Wendy's Book of Saints by Wendy Beckett Pdf

Anthology of illuminated manuscripts, miniatures and icons relating to the lives of more than 40 Saints.

Author : Wendy Beckett
Publisher : SPCK
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-19
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780281083312

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Sister Wendy's 100 Best-loved Paintings by Wendy Beckett Pdf

'Sister Wendy’s deep and insightful commentaries are utterly unique. You will want this splendid book for yourself but also to give to others.' Delia Smith Hailed by The New York Times in 1997 as 'the most unlikely and famous art critic in the history of television', Sister Wendy Beckett went on to present numerous TV documentaries and published over thirty popular books on art history and appreciation. Shortly before she died in December 2018, and nearly thirty years on from her first book, Sister Wendy was working with SPCK on an anthology of her all-time favourite paintings. The result is this enthralling collection, which will delight her many fans all over the world while also inspiring a new generation of art lovers as they develop their understanding of the depths and subtleties of some of the world's greatest works of art.

Author : Wendy Beckett
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Art and religion
ISBN : UOM:49015002399609

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A Child's Book of Prayer in Art by Wendy Beckett Pdf

Presents prayers & Bible excerpts under topics together with reproductions of classical paintings. 9-15 yrs.

Author : Wendy Beckett
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Art
ISBN : IND:30000060715665

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Sister Wendy's Book of Meditations by Wendy Beckett Pdf

Inspirational and informative, this precious book is the perfect companion in times of quiet contemplation.

Author : Wendy Beckett,Patricia Wright
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Art appreciation
ISBN : 0751307173

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Sister Wendy's 1000 Masterpieces by Wendy Beckett,Patricia Wright Pdf

Covering over nine centuries of paintings in the western world, this book which is organised alphabetically focuses on world famous works by artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo and Turner. Sister Wendy focuses on subject matter, technique and other key elements of each major work. Many artists are represented by two paintings on double-page spreads. A featured works section gives the reader the location of each masterpiece.

Author : Wendy Beckett,Patricia Wright
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 736 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2002-08
Category : Painting
ISBN : 0751311898

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The Story of Painting by Wendy Beckett,Patricia Wright Pdf

Contains over 400 masterpieces of Western painting from the very beginnings of art to the present day. The book includes nearly 200 close-ups to allow the reader to gain knowledge of each work and artist and Sister Wendy Beckett shares her love of painting.

Author : Roger Haight
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 505 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608332564

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Jesus, Symbol of God by Roger Haight Pdf

Already hailed as a landmark in contemporary Catholic theology, Jesus Symbol of God surveys scriptural data, the key moments in the development of doctrine, and the distinctive horizons of our contemporary world to develop a comprehensive and systematic christology for our time. The task of christology is to explain what it means to say that Jesus is the bearer and revealer of God in the Christian community, the decisive mediation of God's salvation -- or, in other words, the symbol of God.

Author : Wendy Beckett
Publisher : Harmony
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-12
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780307497871

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Sister Wendy on Prayer by Wendy Beckett Pdf

Sister Wendy Beckett, adored and renowned art historian, has spent years in silence and contemplation in her calling as a nun. Her celebrated television specials and books about art have led her many admirers to ask about her own faith and practices. For the first time, in this thoughtful examination of the nature of prayer, she reveals her deeply held beliefs about her religion and her intimate understanding of God. What should I do during prayer? Can prayer really be as simple as a conversation? How do I let God enter my being? Do I need to belong to a religion in order to pray? Sister Wendy answers these and many other common questions, all the while imparting the importance of prayer in our daily lives.

Author : Sister Wendy Beckett
Publisher : SPCK
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780281078561

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The Art of Lent by Sister Wendy Beckett Pdf

Join Sister Wendy on a journey through Lent, and discover the timeless wisdom to be found in some of the world’s greatest paintings. Illustrated in full colour with over forty famous and lesser-known masterpieces of Western art, this beautiful book will lead you into a deeply prayerful response to all that these paintings convey to the discerning eye. ‘For those who want to appreciate the spirituality behind some of the world’s greatest works of art, this book will be hugely inspiring – not only during Lent but at any time of the year.’ Dr Janina Ramirez, art historian and broadcaster

Author : Wendy Griffith
Publisher : Gospel Light Publications
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830768769

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You Are a Prize to be Won! by Wendy Griffith Pdf

In You Are a Prize to Be Won! CBN news anchor Wendy Griffith shares her personal story of falling in love, and then watching her happily-ever-after dreams disappear. In the aftermath of heartbreak, Wendy discovered the truth about who she is in God’s eyes . . . and she invites you to make the same discovery about yourself--not just in your head--but deep down in your heart. In her warm, storytelling style, Wendy shares the heartbreaking experiences that have helped her define real love. You will learn—as she did—to: Guard your heart Avoid counterfeits … and enjoy being sensationally single until the right one comes along. God’s love for you is extravagant and you shouldn’t settle for emotional crumbs. You Are a Prize to Be Won! is for every woman who has ever doubted her incalculable value.

Author : Raechel Myers,Amanda Bible Williams
Publisher : Lifeway Church Resources
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2015-11-02
Category : Bible
ISBN : 1430043318

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Open Your Bible - Bible Study Book by Raechel Myers,Amanda Bible Williams Pdf

Are you longing to hear from God, aching to know who He really is? The beautiful truth is this—we can encounter the living God today and every day in the pages of His Word. Whether you are a seasoned Bible reader or struggle to keep up with studying Scripture, Open Your Bible will leave you with a greater appreciation for the Word of God, a deeper understanding of its authority, and a stronger desire to know the Bible inside and out. Using powerful storytelling, real-life examples, and scripture itself, Open Your Bible will quench a thirst you might not even know you have, one that can only be satisfied by God's Word.

Author : Beckett, Sister Wendy ,Ellsberg, Robert
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2022-09-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781608339372

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Dearest Sister Wendy . . . A Surprising Story of Faith and Friendship by Beckett, Sister Wendy ,Ellsberg, Robert Pdf

"An intimate correspondence between Sister Wendy Beckett, an English hermit and famous "art nun" and Robert Ellsberg, an American Catholic writer and publisher about faith, holiness, suffering, and happiness"--

Author : Wendy Beckett,George Pattison
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Art
ISBN : 0563371706

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Pains of Glass by Wendy Beckett,George Pattison Pdf

The chapel of King's College, Cambridge, is one of England's greatest architectural treasures, and is visited by about two million people every year. It contains the country's finest collection of 16th-century stained glass, and one of the best in Europe, but from ground level much of the glass is rendered almost invisible by distance and the windows' heavy leading.