Another recent author who is stimulating to read is frederick buechner. The subject tag at the top of the rear cover of frederick buechners peculiar treasures says religion references. To read peculiar treasures is to realize that many of these legendary figures are not who we thought they were. Search hello select your address select your address. Frederick buechner books list of books by author frederick. I consider peculiar treasures one of buechners best works. These 5 methods will set you on the path to success that lasts. In this second book of his popular lexical trilogy. A biblical whos who and one of the passages that he addresses in the book is our main passage of this morning. Buechner humorously and poignantly goes a to z through bible characters famous and infamous, wellknown and unknown, and describes them in such as way as you might imagine they are part of your family, your neighborhood, your church. A biblical whos who by frederick buechner this is an amazing and wonderful book. The saints and scoundrels occupying the pages of the bible are as gripping as ever, and reading. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. A theological abcboth by authortheologianpreacher frederick buechnerhave been two of my favorite books most of my adult life.
Each character has much to tell us, not only about themselves but also about the god they either worshipped or. The gospel as comedy, tragedy, and fairy tale by frederick buechner. Peculiar treasures by frederick buechner 392 ratings, 4. About the author 1993 frederick buechner, author of more than thirty works of fiction and nonfiction, is an ordained presbyterian minister. The following are lists of selected biographical resources covering old and new testament bible personalities. In this second book of his popular lexical trilogy, frederick buechner profiles more than 125 of the bibles most holy and profane peopleand one whale.
Arranged alphabetically from az are the life stories of all the biblical characters and one. Buechner profiles 125 biblical persons and their dreams, ambitions, and imperfections. A biblical who s who a book i read a couple of years ago and have given as a gift several times. Reviews a fresh perception of the biblical stories with razoredged humor in such a manner as to bring them alive to modern readers. See all books authored by frederick buechner, including telling the truth. Studying the characters of the bible is a great way to learn about gods character and his ways of dealing with us. Buechner selects about leading biblical figures arranged in alphabetical order, from aaron to zacchaeus and retells their stories in a jazzy, lightfooted style. In his lively and witty prose, buechner brings to life such moments from scripture as. A biblical whos who paperback 9 oct 1993 by frederick buechner author. While the book appears to be structured after a biblical whos who, it is far more in the genre of satire or parody. A memoir of early days, 1982 isbn 9780060611835 now and then. Frederick buechner brings the bibles holiest and most profane characters and shows them as human beings. The photos displayed within our listings are stock photos provided by ebay and the publisher as a visual aid.
I read a handful each night and dawdled over those i especially enjoy. A biblical who s who, with illustrations by his daughter katherine. Thomas attitude could be described as seeing is believing. A biblical who s who 006061157x by buechner, frederick. Peculiar treasures is the first book in the katie weldon series. Even though its after working hours for most people, jesus welcomes him. One of a series of lexical books, peculiar treasures contains sketches of biblical characters from aaron to. Our daily meditations will draw from all three of these books.
Buechner is a union theological trained minister who studied theology after becoming a novelist. A biblical whos who by frederick buechner, katherine a buechner translator online at alibris. As i retell the story, im borrowing heavily from frederick buechner. She is also my dear friend and an inspiring woman of god. The gospel as tragedy, comedy, and fairy tale, and listening to your life. A biblical whos who first online service christ community church kansas city. A doubters dictionary, he tries to dustoff and put the colour back into biblical characters, religious words, and ordinary words, respectively. A biblical who s who by frederick buechner, katherine a buechner translator online at alibris. Daniel appears before nebuchadnezzar at four in the morning with a raincoat thrown over his pajamas. Paul himself, quoting his detractors says in 2 corinthians 10. But even their advice cant postpone the decision katie must face, a decision that will define who she is and the woman shes becoming. Over the past few weeks ive been asking my friends and family a question that id like to ask you, the person whos graciously taking a few minutes of their day to read this post. Selected readings on the twelve spiritual disciplines richard foster and emilie griffin, editors.
Five books for frederick buechner beginners christianity today. Peculiar treasures is buechner s second in a trilogy of lexiconstyle expositions, this time focusing on biblical characters. A biblical who s who by frederick buechner and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. He was a matter of fact person, who would not be rushed into believing. And three cheers for the one who can swallow all this without gagging. A biblical whos who, with illustrations by his daughter katherine. While the book appears to be structured after a biblical who s who, it is far more in the genre of satire or parody. He has been a finalist for both the pulitzer prize and. A biblical who s who has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Pin on the peculiar treasure biblical tips for gods.
One of a series of lexical books, peculiar treasures contains sketches of biblical characters from aaron to zaccheus. Jesus, are you the one, or should we look for another. It is an impressive and comprehensive list of whos who in the bible. Feb 10, 2010 frederick buechner offers us that option without the guilt of slipping from the faith. Rediscovering jesus march 15 downtown youversion event. Laughter of biblical proportions frederick buechner renovare. Laughter of biblical proportions frederick buechner. Nicodemus finds the galilean to be patient and kind. This past week during some devotional reading, i read an excerpt from one of fredrick buechners books entitled, peculiar treasures. I suspect that was put there by the harperone publishers, not by the author. Peculiar treasures is buechners second in a trilogy of lexiconstyle expositions, this time focusing on biblical characters. Frederick buechner is the popular author of such nonfiction titles as telling the truth, wishful thinking, and peculiar treasures.
Adam s pangs of regret for a remembered edendelilah s last glimpse of samson as they dragged him awaylazarus s first impressions upon rising from the. The reader will find the prose lively and entertaining, not a reference book, but a refreshing collection full of wit, wisdom, and humor. Peculiar treasures by frederick buechner goodreads. While the book appears to be structured after a biblical whos who, it is far more in the genre of. A biblical who s who frederick buechner snippet view 1979.
Frederick buechner is the popular author of such nonfiction titles as telling the. Including some virtual unknowns alongside the heavyweights, buechner examines each person and tries to discover what makes them unique. A biblical who s who 1979 contains provocative and illuminating descriptions of barabbas, caiaphas, herod antipas, nicodemus, peter, and pilate, all of whom figure into the passion narrative. Frederick buechner offers us that option without the guilt of slipping from the faith. Why not try a biblical approach to setting goals instead. Daily meditations with frederick buechner, and more on.
Witty yet solidly instructive characterizations of more than one hundred biblical figures underscores the lessons each holds for christians today. In the safety of their love and encouragement she finally allows herself to spill her heart about her relationship with rick. A biblical whos who book description in this second book of his popular lexical trilogy, frederick buechner profiles more than 125 of the bibles most holy and profane peopleand one whale. Five books for frederick buechner beginners christianity.
Apr 22, 2019 she is also my dear friend and an inspiring woman of god. The posts are running about a day behind, but i thought id offer up a little tidbit from a recent sermon. A fourth church sermon by john buchanan january 24, 2010. Lets look at this encounter between jesus and nicodemus.
A memoir of vocation, 1983 isbn 9780060611828 a room called remember, 1984 isbn 9780060611859 whistling in the dark. Jesus keeps on talking, using what one commentator points out is a stunning series of feminine images for god that we mostly overlook. Bring the beauty and truth of the bible into everyday life. In this second book of his popular lexical trilogy, frederick buechner profiles more than 125 of the bible s most holy and profane people and one whale. So sit back and really soak this one in, peculiar treasures. Nicodemus waits until all the neighbors are asleep before knocking. Godric, a historical novel about the 11th century english hermitsaint who may have been englands first lyric poet, appeared in 1980. I heard about buechner when i was a seminary student. With the youversion bible app, you can read, watch, listen, and share on your smartphone or tablet, and online at. He notes, the words god spoke in the dream were not the chewingout you might have expected, but something altogether different it wasnt holy hell that god gave him but holy heaven, not to mention the marvelous lesson thrown in for good. A biblical who s who, 1979 isbn 9780060611415 the sacred journey. A biblical who s who 1979 contains provocative and illuminating descriptions of barabbas, caiaphas, herod antipas, nicodemus, peter, and pilate, all of. Arranged alphabetically from az are the life stories of all the biblical characters and one whale.
But they are in their human dreams,ambitions, and imperfectionsvery much like us. A biblical who s who by buechner, frederick and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It is an impressive and comprehensive list of who s who in the bible. Ten rules you absolutely must not break if you want to survive the school bus.
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