Holy Hoaxes

Holy Hoaxes
Author:
Publisher: Mehdi Aardin
Total Pages: 121
Release:
Genre: Humor
ISBN:

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Holy Hoaxes: Debunking World Religions – An Atheist's Bible In an era where knowledge is at our fingertips, "Holy Hoaxes" takes a bold step forward, challenging the age-old tales and beliefs that have shaped societies and cultures around the world. Dive deep into a critical examination of various world religions as myths are debunked and traditional narratives questioned. With a blend of wit, humor, and meticulous research, this book invites readers to explore the inconsistencies and contradictions of religious teachings when viewed through the lens of modern science and logic. Inside, you'll discover: *A comprehensive overview of major world religions and their contested beliefs. *A provocative look at the Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. *The irony of moral foundations and the scandals that plague religious institutions. *Brave accounts of whistleblowers, survivors, and those who dared to challenge the religious status quo. *Reflections on the power dynamics between religion and politics, and their impact on believers. Whether you're an atheist, a believer, or somewhere in between, "Holy Hoaxes" promises an enlightening journey filled with laughter, revelations, and thought-provoking insights. It's more than just a book; it's an invitation to question, learn, and liberate yourself from unquestioned beliefs.

Holy Hoaxes

Holy Hoaxes
Author: WILLIAM. DE HAMEL VOELKE (CHRISTOPHER.)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-04-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9782956702474

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A selection of nearly seventy fakes and forgeries of famous illuminated manuscripts from the Voelkle Collection. This fascinating book tells the story of the building of William M. Voelkle's collection of fakes and forgeries of manuscript illumination. With thorough essays and beautiful illustrations, Voekle tells the story of nearly seventy fakes and forgeries. This illustrated catalog presents a group of nearly seventy fakes and forgeries that display astonishing breadth. They include not only the Spanish Forger and other Western European miniatures by Ernesto Sprega, Caleb William Wing, Germano Prosdocimi, and others, but fascinating examples from the Christian East, Ethiopia, Mexico, Persia, and India. Published here in its entirety for the first time, the Voelkle Collection is the only comprehensive collection of fakes and forgeries of manuscript paintings in private hands. Including an engaging introduction by Christopher de Hamel that raises tantalizing questions about the meaning of authenticity and our fascination with forgery, the book takes the reader on a journey that sheds light on the nature and detection of forgery of manuscript illumination.

Exploring Written Artefacts

Exploring Written Artefacts
Author: Jörg B. Quenzer
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 1280
Release: 2021-10-25
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 3110753340

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This collection, presented to Michael Friedrich in honour of his academic career at of the Centre for the Study of Manuscript Cultures, traces key concepts that scholars associated with the Centre have developed and refined for the systematic study of manuscript cultures. At the same time, the contributions showcase the possibilities of expanding the traditional subject of ‘manuscripts’ to the larger perspective of ‘written artefacts’.

The Spanish Forger

The Spanish Forger
Author: William M. Voelkle
Publisher:
Total Pages: 230
Release: 1978
Genre: Art
ISBN:

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Outer Space, Aliens, and the Holy Bible

Outer Space, Aliens, and the Holy Bible
Author: Paul Theriault
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2010-03-23
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1450064671

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As time goes on, man still has the same unanswered questions regarding the unknown phenomenon that’s infected our planet. Without expectation, the unknown has appeared and disappeared without a clue as to what they are, who they are, and why they are here. We know there is an outer space beyond Earth which contains an endless mass of stars planets, asteroids, and moons. We call it the cosmos, which refers to everything in space including Earth. Is there anyone or anything out there besides us?

Allum's Antiques Almanac 2016

Allum's Antiques Almanac 2016
Author: Marc Allum
Publisher: Icon Books Ltd
Total Pages: 343
Release: 2015-11-05
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 1848319363

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From BBC Antiques Roadshow specialist and author Marc Allum comes the second instalment of his annual almanac, revealing the current news, tall tales and tasty titbits from the year in art, antiques and collectables: What do London Bridge and a £40,000 corkscrew have in common? Which famous pop star depicted by Andy Warhol realised £51.6 million at a recent auction? How much did Oliver Cromwell’s coffin plate sell for, and what happened to his famous wart? Which Hollywood film led to the recovery of a Hungarian avant garde masterpiece? What would a collector pay for the real Batmobile? Why did a tiny portrait of Mozart - only four centimetres high - sell for £218,500? Answers to these and many other fascinating questions make this the essential guide this autumn for all ardent fans of art, antiques and collectables.

AMAZING DEEDS OF GOD

AMAZING DEEDS OF GOD
Author: Daniel Curry
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2013-09-30
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1483694887

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Since Christianity first began to shine the Gospel's light among nations, miracles accompanied Jesus' teachings which shocked, baffled, and amazed. How could they not? Seeing the blind and lame healed, the sick quickly cured, the dead raised, they were deeply impressed! Questions naturally occurred to them. How could such miracles have happened? Why couldn't their gods do such works? Who was this Jesus who had such powers? They paid heed to the missionaries, and the Word spread. Yet today many believe that such miracles never occurred, no longer occur, were faked, exaggerated, or were attempts by ignorant people to explain surprising natural events. People may ask, "Why haven't we personally seen some of these miracles?" The best explanation may be as simple as this: love trumps miracles. In a land that is already Christian the light of Jesus is supposed to be maintained by the labors and love of the Christians more than by spectacular miracles. Christians, if living as Jesus taught, will continue to draw people from each new generation. But, just so the truth is known, the miracles never stopped. They never came close to stopping. There still are amazing miracles, but they go uncelebrated. This book hopes to present some such miraculous Christian events, ancient and recent, to a generation almost unaware of them.

Nazarethgate

Nazarethgate
Author: René J. Salm
Publisher:
Total Pages: 350
Release: 2014-12-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781578840380

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In fourteen bold chapters accessible to both scholar and layperson, NazarethGate confirms that Jesus' hometown did not exist when the founder of Christianity allegedly walked on earth. This remarkable sequel to the author's 2008 groundbreaking book The Myth of Nazareth: The Invented Town of Jesus reviews critical recent developments on the ground NazarethGate chronicles in riveting detail how the failed field of New Testament Archeology is a toxic stew of competing agendas, as cynical excavators alter evidence and invent facts while promoting religious tourism in Israel and salvaging a grand hoax, "Jesus of Nazareth"-an iconic figure who probably never lived. Book jacket.

The Key to the Great Secret

The Key to the Great Secret
Author: T. Findley
Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2014-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1780885377

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An ancient wisdom known only to Gnostics had previously become lost to humanity in the mists of time. This secret knowledge is now revealed to you for the first time, in The Key to the Great Secret, and can be seen in paintings by Poussin and Teniers – so there is no mistaking its existence. What is revealed in the paintings is a secret method of prayer that allows one to have a direct experience of God, just as Gnostics have always maintained. Furthermore, access to God allows one to develop to a much higher level of consciousness and wisdom, allowing them to ultimately attain The Holy Grail of spiritual immortality. This Gnostic Heresy was almost wiped out by the Catholic Church, but has survived and exists in secret organisations to this day. These remaining Gnostics are the trustees to our natural inheritance and hopefully will now feel free to come forward to guide us on our true path. The Key to the Great Secret provides readers with the opportunity to unlock the reality of The Holy Grail, so that they may see with spiritual eyes and understand with Gnostic wisdom. “In all honesty and humility, if everything in this book is true, then it has to be one of the most important books ever written – simply because of what it contains. This book contains the greatest secret in the world. Is this a hoax or not? You must decide,” says author T. Findley.

The Empty Prison Cell

The Empty Prison Cell
Author: Chris M. Hansen
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2024-06-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1666784990

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Despite having enjoyed almost universal assent by scholars up till now, Chris Hansen swims into practically uncharted waters to show that one of the most overlooked and inconspicuous New Testament writings may, in fact, be a forgery. In the first English language book to ever cover the subject of Philemon’s authenticity, Hansen provides a detailed historiographical overview of the problem, and raises challenging questions regarding the literary contents, themes, style, and intertextual relationships in Philemon. Hansen’s research and surprising conclusions will certainly be of interest to those unfamiliar with Philemon’s questionable history.