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GLOW
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Is there a free self study online Catholic bible studies?
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Check out St. Paul Center (Scott Hahn) Lighthouse Catholic Media - try googling. I haven’t used either, but they came up on the search.
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I looked on the Internet. This one might be a study bible:
It has pop-up notes for scripture that better explains the scripture for you. I’m not sure it constitutes a study bible, though. Good luck finding one!
Genesis Introduction | NABRE Bible | YouVersion
IntroductionGenesis is the first book of the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy), the first section of the Jewish and the Christian Scriptures. Its title in English, “G
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It has pop-up notes for scripture that better explains the scripture for you. I’m not sure it constitutes a study bible, though. Good luck finding one!
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No! The introductions and footnotes of the NABRE do not constitute a self-study program for the Bible. The notes do not emphasize the truths that God intends to reveal through Scripture, but tend to take a more academic and historical view.
For example, the introduction to the Book of Genesis (referenced in the previous post) speculates that the stories of creation, original sin, and the flood existed in earlier Mesopotamian mythology and were adapted at a later time by the Hebrews “in accord with their views of God and humanity.”
The introductions provided in the NABRE are full of these sorts of historical statements. Though they may be useful to biblical historians and academics, they can be damaging to the faith of Catholics. That is why many faithful Catholics do not recommend the NABRE introductions and footnotes to anyone, particularly those new to the faith or new to Bible study.
For example, the introduction to the Book of Genesis (referenced in the previous post) speculates that the stories of creation, original sin, and the flood existed in earlier Mesopotamian mythology and were adapted at a later time by the Hebrews “in accord with their views of God and humanity.”
The introductions provided in the NABRE are full of these sorts of historical statements. Though they may be useful to biblical historians and academics, they can be damaging to the faith of Catholics. That is why many faithful Catholics do not recommend the NABRE introductions and footnotes to anyone, particularly those new to the faith or new to Bible study.
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Newman Connection has a You Cat and a Theology of the Body free online study Rich Gift of Love - Newman Connection
GospelOfMatthew
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I got this for Christmas, it is a book of Dr. Scott Hahn’s in studying the Catholic Bible.
catholicbooksdirect.com
Understanding the Scriptures: A Complete Course on Bible Study
This book by Dr. Scott Hahn presents a Catholic approach to Scripture, highlighting the theme of covenant. Tracing a path through salvation history, the book explains the various books of the Bible and the importance of each event in salvation history. Understanding the Scriptures will provide...
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GLOW
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Thank you 
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GLOW
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Thank you all
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ricmat
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We used this book for a couple of years to teach our Confirmation students (high schoolers), and also an adult Bible study. This is an EXCELLENT book!!
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TheLittleLady
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It was written as a high school level textbook.
ralfyman
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From the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Part 1, Sec. 1, Chap. 2, Art. 3, No. 110:
See also Dei Verbum 11-13.
Finally, my copy of the NABRE has an imprimatur for the commentaries, glossaries, etc.
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Sure, it has the imprimatur. For those with strong faith and a sophisticated understanding of the Bible, there is no problem. I still think that some (not all) of those footnotes and introductory remarks could weaken the faith of other kinds of readers. You can’t just throw that kind of information at students and catechumens, especially in a self-study setting where misunderstandings would go uncorrected. In a Bible study directed by a knowledgeable and faithful teacher, perhaps those historical notes could build faith and understanding.
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If I’m not mistaken, that is what the Church wants to develop following what is said in the Catechism and Dei Verbum: “a sophisticated understanding of the Bible.” At least, that is what I learned from studying almost two decades in Catholic schools, including university and required 15 units of theology.
Now, I do not know the background of the OP, but what I offered is in my opinion much better than looking at online sources or not reading any commentaries at all. Of course, if one is willing to spend, the one can get one of several guides mentioned in this thread, if not works like the Jerome Biblical Commentary and the New Catholic Encyclopedia, which I used in secondary school but which are very expensive.
Finally, I do not know where you got the idea that faith and an “academic view” of the Bible oppose each other, because if my interpretation of what the Church says is right, then they are actually connected to each other.
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Beryllos
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Sounds like you are ready for the NABRE historical notes. God bless you!
I didn’t say that. I said something to the effect that not every reader or student can reconcile faith with historical biblical studies.
I wonder if you have ever taught the Bible or Catechism to teens, especially those who have not had the benefit of Catholic schooling which you had. My own 13-year-old has told me on two separate occasions that the story of Noah and the Flood is false, merely the work of men, not to be trusted. Why? Because he learned that the ancient Hebrews got it from older traditions – just as NABRE’s intro to Genesis says. For him, this is a stumbling block to his belief in Scripture. When I speak of Jesus, my son tells me about Noah.
Truth is truth. Truth is good. All truth comes from God. But… at the age of 13, my son is not ready for the truth about the historical origins of the Book of Genesis. I have a feeling there are many more who are not ready for that. Perhaps when he is 20 or 25, he will be able to digest it.
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Beryllos
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When I wrote “digest,” I was thinking of this passage:
1 Corinthians 3:2
I fed you milk, not solid food, because you were unable to take it. Indeed, you are still not able, even now,
1 Corinthians 3:2
I fed you milk, not solid food, because you were unable to take it. Indeed, you are still not able, even now,
ralfyman
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My assumption is that anyone who participates in this forum is an adult, i.e., given the topics discussed in various threads that are obviously not meant for 13-year-olds!
Also, are you aware that in science classes in Catholic schools we also learn about the age of the earth, how it was formed, the presence of dinosaurs and other creatures, and evolution?
Also, are you aware that in science classes in Catholic schools we also learn about the age of the earth, how it was formed, the presence of dinosaurs and other creatures, and evolution?
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Beryllos
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Shhh! Don’t wake the Creationists!
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Seriously now: Yes, I was aware of that.
That is, I am aware that Catholic schools teach those things without contradiction or spiritual peril.
hone: Seriously now: Yes, I was aware of that.
That is, I am aware that Catholic schools teach those things without contradiction or spiritual peril.
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If so, then why do you believe that it is wrong for similar to appear in Biblical commentaries? Without the latter and with enough common sense, one should be able to connect what one learned in history and science subjects in schools to what one reads in the Bible.Shhh! Don’t wake the Creationists!
Seriously now: Yes, I was aware of that.
That is, I am aware that Catholic schools teach those things without contradiction or spiritual peril.
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