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Documentary Review:History of the Bible

History of the Bible
Zion Reformed Church seminar held on 1/23/08. Pastor Matt gives a history of how we got the Bible.
Development

The Old Testament canon entered into Christian use in the Greek Septuagint translations and original books, and their differing lists of texts. In addition to the Septuagint, Christianity subsequently added various writings that would become the New Testament. Somewhat different lists of accepted works continued to develop in antiquity. In the 4th century a series of synods produced a list of texts equal to the 39-to-46-book canon of the Old Testament and to the 27-book canon of the New Testament that would be subsequently used to today, most notably the Synod of Hippo in AD 393. Also c. 400, Jerome produced a definitive Latin edition of the Bible (see Vulgate), the canon of which, at the insistence of the Pope, was in accord with the earlier Synods. With the benefit of hindsight it can be said that this process effectively set the New Testament canon, although there are examples of other canonical lists in use after this time. A definitive list did not come from an Ecumenical Council until the Council of Trent (1545–63)

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Documentary Review:Ancient Mysteries: Who Wrote the Bible?

Ancient Mysteries: Who Wrote the Bible?
Language: English
Producers: A&E Television Networks
Run Time: 150 minutes
VHS Release Date: January 22, 1997,later on DVD released
Description

It is the world's most widely read and revered book, regarded as the Word of God by the faithful and a fascinating historical document by scholars. But what are the facts behind the creation of this immortal text? This two-volume set chronicles new scientific research and theological insight into the origin of the Holy Scriptures. Leading Biblical experts journey back to the land and the times of the Bible's very creation to probe its most profound mysteries: Did Moses really write the Torah? What secrets does the oldest existing piece of the Bible reveal? And what hints of its genesis can the Dead Sea scrolls tell us? From ancient Qumran to Jerusalem and from Galilee to Egypt, the clues this unique inquiry uncovers will intrigue and inspire the faithful and scholarly alike!
Review:
It was fairly presented with guests ranging from the late Jerry Falwell to John Dominic Crossan (the Jesus Seminar fame). It is a comprehensive investigation into the authorship of the Bible. It presents a simplified and clearly explained view of the Documentary theory of the Pentateuch. It is not a propaganda on either the right or the left. It is vey informative and balanced.

IMDB INFO:http://www.amazon.com/Ancient-Mysteries-Wrote-Bible-2-DVDs/dp/B000HBGPJ2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1292234114&sr=1-3

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Documentary Review:Who Wrote the Bible

Who Wrote the Bible
Country:UK
Language:English
Release Date:25 December 2004 (UK)
Genres:Documentary
Description:

Robert Beckford learned the Bible at his mother's knee and grew up believing that it was literally true.
But, 20 years on from his Baptist upbringing, Beckford is no longer so sure that 'the good book' is the pure, unadulterated word of God untouched by human hand.
For Beckford, who wrote the Bible matters more today than perhaps at any other moment in living memory.
His journey takes him from Birmingham to the West Bank, from Jerusalem to Turkey, and from Rome to Bible Belt America.

Review:

This 100+-minute documentary represents a quest by British theological scholar Robert Beckford to put the derivation and composition of the Bible into perspective for viewers of this Channel 4 (UK) presentation. He seeks to answer questions about how the books of the Bible were written, by whom, in what social and political context, and in what sequence. To what extent were they historically accurate? Were historical discrepancies material to their credibility and to Judeo-Christian traditions? Naturally, he starts with the first five books of the Old Testament, the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy), all of which were supposedly written by Moses.
IMDB INFO:http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0817129/

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Documentary Review:Jerusalem: Center of the World

Jerusalem: Center of the World
Country: USA
Language: English
DVD Release Date: April 1, 2009
Run Time: 120 minutes
Description

Jerusalem: Center of the World tells the epic story of the world s most incredible city, capturing the rich mosaic of the city s Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities. Covering a sweeping history of over 4,000 years, the film explores the founding of the city; the birth and convergence of the world s three major monotheistic religions; and the key events in Jerusalem s history as described in the Hebrew and Christian Bibles, the Talmud, the Hagaddah, the Koran, and the Hadith. Highlights include: Mount Moriah, the site of the First and Second Temples; the Church of the Holy Sepulcher; the Dome of the Rock; and the Western Wall. Directed by Andrew Goldberg, and hosted by Ray Suarez (The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer), the film includes interviews with locals, top scholars and clergy.
Review:
An extremely well done documentary that relates the World's 3 great religions, Judaism, Christianity and Islam to Jerusalem. Numerous key figures in the history of these religions and Jerusalem's history are examined in sufficient detail to provide a rich understanding of the people, places and beliefs covered. Very up-to-date coverage, great photography and dialogue. Very educational and insightful.# Actors: Ray Suarez

Directors: Andrew Goldberg
Actors: Ray Suarez

IMDB INFO:http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0968746/

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Documentary Review:The Visual Bible: Acts

The Visual Bible: Acts
Language: English
DVD Release Date: April 8, 2005
Run Time: 183 minutes
Number of discs: 2
Rated: G (General Audience)
Writers: Joyce Marcarelli
Directors: Regardt van den Bergh
Producers: Robert Marcarelli
Storyline:
The accounts of the New Testament Book of Acts, dramatized and narrated, as recalled by old Dr. Luke.
Actors:
Henry O. Arnold, James Brolin, Dean Jones, Bruce Marchiano, Simone Newman
Review:

This 1994 word-for-word depiction from the New International Version Bible of The Book of Acts is a wonderful addition to any Christian film library; directed by Regardt Van Den Bergh, it uses historically accurate costuming, and has the feel of what it must have been like in the time of the apostles, in their journeys throughout the Mediterranean countries.
It makes a great Bible study tool, and can be used either just to watch, or if you have a NIV Bible, to read along as the chapters unfold; also useful are the chapter and verse numbers on the lower right hand corner of the screen when each verse changes.

IMDB INFO:http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0304904/

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The Visual Bible: The Gospel of John

The Visual Bible: The Gospel of John
Country:Canada | UK
Language:English
Release Date:18 March 2004 (Singapore)
Subtitles: English, French
Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
DVD Release Date: March 15, 2005
Run Time: 125 minutes
Genres:Biography | Drama | History
Runtime:125 min

Description

An epic in the spirit of THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST, this widely acclaimed motion picture is a meticulous recreation of the turbulent era of Jesus and the events that changed the course of history! Narrated by Golden Globe nominee Christopher Plummer (Best Supporting Actor, AMERICAN TRAGEDY, 2000), it’s the bold and powerful story of Jesus as told by his disciple John. The best-loved but least understood of the gospels, John presents a uniquely human portrait of courage and passion encompassing Jesus' entire three-year ministry, the final years of his life. Intimate and reflective, THE GOSPEL OF JOHN offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the incomparable life and times of Jesus Christ.

Review:

This movie, based on one of the modern language versions of the Gospel of John is fairly accurate and nicley filmed. Christopher Plummer narrates and the actor portraying Jesus does a fine job. The strength of the movie is that while it is filmed on a limited budget, the director, Eric Till, is up to the task of trying to get everything he can out of the sets, sights,and people in the movie.

Director:Philip SavilleWriter:John Goldsmith (screenplay)
Stars:
Christopher Plummer     ...    Narrator (voice)
Henry Ian Cusick     ...     Jesus Christ
Stuart Bunce         ...    John
Daniel Kash         ...    Simon Peter
Stephen Russell     ...     Pontius Pilate
Alan Van Sprang     ...     Judas Iscariot
Diana Berriman         ...    Virgin Mary

IMDB INFO:http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0377992/

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Documentary Review:The Visual Bible- Matthew

The Visual Bible: Matthew
Country:South Africa
Language:English
Release Date:1 October 1993 (South Africa)
DVD Release Date: August 1, 2004
Run Time: 265 minutes
Filming Locations:Cape Town, South Africa
Genres:History |Christianity | Christian Film | Jesus Christ | 1st Century
Director:Regardt van den Bergh
Writer:Johann Potgieter
Stars:
Richard Kiley, Gerrit Schoonhoven and Bruce Marchiano

Description

Experience The Visual Bible's Matthew. This powerful and entertaining film is taken word for word from the text of the New International Version translation. This multi-million dollar production appeals to all ages, and it offers educational, spiritual and entertainment value. "The goal of The Visual Bible is to put the entire Bible on film using only Scripture to tell the story." Filmed on location in Tunisia, Morocco and South Africa, Matthew features a cast of thousands, historically accurate costuming and award-winning directing. The film stars Emmy award-winning actor Richard Kiley as Matthew, and introduces Bruce Marchiano as Jesus.

Review:
by joepizza (United States)

I've seen both the Passion and this movie. In the Passion, Jesus is joking with Mary about a table he had just built. It was a segment that warmed my heart, made me smile and pulled the GOD Jesus a bit closer to me , making it easier for me to touch. BUt that was about it as far a warmth. I absolutely was blown away by the Passion. After seeing THIS movie, I realized how the the Passion could, in fact, be a FAR FAR BETTER movie if it blended a bit more of THIS Jesus.

I shake my head because now I realize that THE PASSION could have an EVEN GREATER impact on my heart and emotions if THE Christ in the PASSION was portrayed a bit more like Bruces, Christ. I would have fallen in love with the Christ in the PASSION even MORE. Thus making the incredible suffering he endured even more shocking and regrettable.

IMDB INFO:http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0301359/

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Documentary Review:National Geographic - Inside The Vatican

National Geographic - Inside The Vatican (2004) 701 MB
Language: English
Run time:53Min 
Genre: Documentary

The Vatican may be one of the most famous places in the world, but it's also among the most mysterious; very few people have seen what lies beyond the Vatican's walls, and even fewer journalists have had free access to the tiny walled city that is the home of the Catholic Church. In 2001, National Geographic was given permission to enter the Vatican with a camera crew, and National Geographic: Inside The Vatican examines the city's 2000 years of history, as well as documenting the Vatican's historical archives and documenting private chapels which had never before been photographed to viewing by the public. Martin Sheen serves as host and narrator. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide.

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Documentary Review:National Geographic - Inside Mecca (2003)

Directors: Taghi Amirani, Anisa Mehdi
Producers: Anisa Mehdi, Michael Rosenfeld, Rebecca Hartzell
Language: English
Studio: National Geographic Video
DVD Release Date: October 21, 2003
Run Time: 60 minutes
Description
Inside Mecca presents the most intimate and three-dimensional documentation of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca and sheds light on the universal principles of Islam during the days of the Hajj. Learn the historical significance of the city to Muslim and non-Muslim populations alike. And, experience the epic journey of a lifetime, the Hajj, as we witness the personal stories of the pilgrims and the mental preparation, physical strain and spiritual ecstasy they encounter on their life-altering pilgrimage of faith.

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Documentary Review:So, You're Renovating! - Interior Decorating

So, You're Renovating! - Interior Decorating
English | 180MB

So You’re Renovating! The #1 reference site on Home Improvement and interior design. Each So You're Renovating! DVD allows the home handyman to carry out the majority of DIY renovation work. The many tricks, techniques and products that are introduced ensure you carry out renovation work worthy of professionals at a fraction of the cost.
Save money by doing it yourself and attain professional results thanks to this series of So You’re Renovating!.
In addition, if you wish to hire professionals, the So You're Renovating! DVD will allow you to better evaluate the quality of their work.

Topics include:
- gypsum panel installation
- plastering and plaster repair
- installation of wood mouldings on doors, windows, baseboards and ceilings
- interior painting
- surface preparation
- undercoats
- painting and staining wood
- sponge painting
- rag and stencil painting
- wallpapering
- wallpaper borders

Chapters:
1. Introduction
2. Gypsum Boards
3. Painting
4. Moulding
5. Wallpaper

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Documentary Review:Cities of Light: The Rise and Fall of Islamic Spain

  

Cities of Light: The Rise and Fall of Islamic Spain

Language: English
Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
DVD Release Date: September 1, 2007
Run Time: 117 minutes
Actors: Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf, Brian Catlos, Chris Lowney, Mustapha Kamal
Directors: Robert Gardner
Format: Digital Sound, NTSC, Widescreen
Description

Over a thousand years ago, the sun-washed land of southern Spain was home to Jews, Christians, and Muslims, living together and flourishing. Their culture and beliefs intertwined, and the knowledge of the ancients was gathered and reborn. Here were the very seeds of the Renaissance. But this world too quickly vanished. Greed, fear, and intolerance swept it away. Puritanical judgments and absolutism snuffed out the light of learning. Within a few centuries, the fragile union of these people dissipated like smoke. The time of tolerance was lost, forever.

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Documentary Review:When the Moors (Muslims) Ruled in Europe

Language: English
DVD Release Date: June 10, 2008
Run Time: 101 minutes
Actors: Bettany Hughes
Directors: Timothy Copestake
Description:

Join British historian Bettany Hughes as she examines a long-buried chapter of European history--the rise and fall of Islamic culture in what is now Spain and Portugal. Although generations of Spanish rulers have tried to expunge this era from the historical record, recent archaeology and scholarship now shed fresh light on the Moors who flourished in Al-Andalus for more than 700 years.
Bettany Hughes gives a decent, sometimes too politically correct overview of the influence of Islam on Medieval Spain. Ms. Hughes starts her journey with the conquest of the Visigoth Kingdom by the Moors coming from North Africa at the beginning of the 8th century C.E. She ends this journey with the fall of the Moorish Kingdom of Granada at the hands of the armies of the Catholic Monarchs Isabella and Ferdinand at the end of the 15th century C.E. Ms. Hughes introduces her audience to the splendors of Moorish architecture in cities such as Grenada, Cordoba, and Toledo. Ms. Hughes rightly reminds viewers about the decisive but often-ignored contribution of Moorish Spain to the European Renaissance in domains such as medicine, mathematics, and astronomy. Italy is usually credited as the key driver for the European Renaissance. To her credit, Ms. Hughes emphasizes that the Christian Reconquista of Moorish Spain often was about gaining land, prestige, and wealth under a veneer of religious fervor. The Reconquista turned out to be a civil war rather than the black-and-white antagonism between Christianity and Islam that has carried the day in the popular imagination. Many inhabitants of the Iberian Peninsula converted to Islam for a variety of reasons in the centuries following the arrival of the Moors. Ms. Hughes rightly compares the expulsion of many Muslims from Spain after 1492 C.E. with what is today understood as ethnic cleansing. Ms. Hughes is at her weakest when she almost completely ignores the important contribution of the Jewish community to the splendor of Moorish Spain. This lapse of judgment is somewhat surprising because Ms. Hughes rightly denounces again and again the selective interpretation that has been given to the contribution of Moorish Spain to this day.

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Documentary Review:BBC-An Islamic History of Europe

BBC-An Islamic History of Europe
AVI | DivX, MPEG-4 | MP3 128 kbps 44 KHz Stereo | 756 MB

Language: EnglishRuntime: 1:28:00
Genre: Documentary | History
Description:

In this 90-minute documentary, Rageh Omaar uncovers the hidden story of Europe's Islamic past and looks back to a golden age when European civilisation was enriched by Islamic learning. Rageh travels across medieval Muslim Europe to reveal the vibrant civilisation that Muslims brought to the West.This evocative film brings to life a time when emirs and caliphs dominated Spain and Sicily and Islamic scholarship swept into the major cities of Europe. His journey reveals the debt owed to Islam for its vital contribution to the European Renaissance.

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Documentary Review: The History Channel-Inside Islam (2002)

Inside Islam (TV 2002)
Country:USA
Language:English
Release Date:4 September 2002 (USA)
Run time: 90 min
Genres:Documentary
Description:
It is the second largest of the world's great religions, and the fastest growing. Its name comes from the word for peace, yet to many Westerners it is synonymous with terror. INSIDE ISLAM lifts the veil of mystery surrounding a misunderstood faith. Trace its roots back to the Hebrew Bible and discover how the Five Pillars, the religion's central tenets, helped spread Islam to the far corners of the world. Find out what the Qu'Ran says about war, violence and suicide, and how these words have been co-opted by extremists. And hear from experts like Khaled Abou el Fadl (author of Speaking in God's Name), who explore the challenges facing Islam today, including a crisis of authority and deep divisions among many sects. Illuminating, important and objective, INSIDE ISLAM exposes the heart of a faith mired in controversy.
Director:Mark Hufnail
Writer:Douglas Brooks West
IMBD INFO:http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0356743/

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Documentary Review:Muhammad- Legacy of a Prophet (2002)

Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet
Country:USA
Language:English
DVD Release Date: December 18, 2002
Genres:Documentary
Run Time: 120 minutes
Cast:Michael Wolfe & Alex Kronemer
Filming Locations:
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Description:
Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet tells the story of a seventh century prophet who changed world history in 23 years, and continues to shape the lives of more than 1.2 billion people. Three years in the making, the film takes viewers not only to ancient Middle Eastern sites where Muhammad's story unfolds, but into the homes, mosques and workplaces of some of America's estimated seven million Muslims to discover the many ways in which they follow Muhammad's example.

FOR NON-MUSLIMS: You will find this production very informative and non-biased-as the main producers and creators of this production are three Muslim, Christian, and Jewish Americans (strange, but true). The guests who are interviewed also come from different faiths; so this production is not about a group of Muslims going on and on about how wonderful the prophet was. You will learn about how this religion got started, how did Muhammad become the prophet of Islam, and how did he lead Muslims around him and throughout centuries. The production mixes between past life of the prophet and how Muslims behave today. The universality of the production and interviews are very well presented.

FOR MUSLIMS: If you live or lived in a Muslim country and learned about Islam and the prophet since childhood, most likely, you won't find much to learn about the prophet that you didn't already know. However, the examples of Muslim Americans and what they're doing in their daily lives to live the Muslim way of life are truly inspiring and worth seeing. If it's for nothing else, it makes you proud of seeing some good Muslims who are just ordinary people.

The producers had a major challenge for not being allowed to show any illustrations or create any reenactments portraying Prophet Muhammad, who's the lead character, since that's not welcomed by Islam.

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