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An intriguing supplement to the 'Book of Genesis', The First and Second Books of Adam and Eve remains an ancient text of great interest to modern readers. We are given intriguing insights into what life was like in the almost 1,600 years leading up to the biblical Great Flood of Noah, and how evil came to dominate the whole Earth due to Satan and the cursed Fallen Angels, who still seek to tempt, corrupt and destroy the world today.

The book of Enoch was thought to be lost for over 2,000 years until, in 1773, a traveller brought three copies back from Ethiopia. Whether or not this ancient book was actually authored by Enoch, the father of Methuselah and great-grandfather of Noah, is an ongoing debate among historians and theologians. But all recognise the book of Enoch as one of the most important apocalyptic works outside of the Bible.

Renowned for his hugely popular narration of the King James Bible, Christopher Glyn now brings his considerable inspirational talents to a unique new audiobook of the complete Catholic Bible. And it’s not just Christopher’s voice that will be familiar to listeners - because this recording comprises his complete reading of KJV with the addition of the deuterocanonical books of Tobit, Judith, 1 Maccabees, 2 Maccabees, Wisdom (Ecclesiasticus), Sirach and Baruch, as well as additions to the books of Esther and Daniel to make the original full complement of 77 books.

"The Great Divorce" by C. S. Lewis is a thought-provoking and imaginative exploration of the afterlife. The novel follows a group of souls who are given the opportunity to leave their miserable existence in Hell and travel to Heaven. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters and obstacles that test their understanding of morality, redemption, and the nature of God.

A rare treasure from the Ethiopian Bible—3 Meqabyan—brought to life with this immersive narration by Christopher Glyn. A fierce, forgotten voice on pride, repentance, idols, and the coming resurrection. Hear the Devil's boast, Job's endurance, David's courage—and why your choices echo in eternity.

4 Baruch is one of the most intriguing books in the Ethiopian Bible—and one of the most controversial texts excluded from the traditional Jeremiah narrative. In this immersive narration by Christopher Glyn, you'll hear the entire book read aloud that follows the storyline from Jerusalem to Babylon and back again.

An inspired reading by Christopher Glyn of Charles H. Spurgeon's classic Evening by Evening daily devotional, still dearly loved by millions of Christians worldwide. 365 devotionals, each around three minutes long, with beautiful meditative background instrumentals.

The Psalms of Solomon are a collection of early Jewish poetic texts that echo the spirit of the biblical Psalms while offering unique insights into the faith and struggles of ancient communities. Unlike the canonical Psalms, they also include messianic elements and heartfelt laments, providing a fascinating glimpse into early religious thought and the evolving nature of Jewish prayer.

Apocryphal Scriptures and Ancient Texts unveil hidden narratives from the dawn of humanity to the ages of prophets. Walk beside Adam and Eve in their journey outside Eden, experience the otherworldly visions of Enoch, and dive deep into the wisdom shared by the 12 Patriarchs. Encounter writings like The Book of Jasher and The Testaments of the 12 Patriarchs, each revealing forgotten lessons and enduring truths that echo across the centuries.

The Testaments of the Twelve Patriarchs is an apocryphal work containing the final speeches and dying commands of the twelve sons of Jacob to their descendants. Each Testament consists of a brief overview of the patriarch’s life, admissions of sin, ethical teachings based on the patriarch’s experiences, and prophetic visions about the future of his descendants and the end of days.

A.W. Trenholm’s vivid and extraordinary account of his journey to heaven far surpasses any other book in this genre. His descriptive detail of the people and places he encountered will fascinate anyone desiring to see behind the veil that shrouds our present dimension and be amazed at the incredible world that awaits us beyond.

The Old Testament is a collection of thirty-nine books about the history and religion of the people of Israel. The authors of these books are unknown, and each book possesses a unique tone, style, and message. Individually, they include stories, laws, and sayings that are intended to function as models of religious and ethical conduct. Together – through hundreds of characters and detailed events – they represent a unified narrative about God and his attempt to relate to humankind by relating to a specific group of people.

In this glorious vision of heaven, first published in 1898, Rebecca Springer shares detailed descriptions of life in heaven as she experienced it, the celestial homes, the river of life, the joyful reunions with loved ones and much, much more. With his dramatic and flowing narration, Christopher Glyn does a superb job of bringing the extreme beauty of heaven alive to the imagination of the modern listener.

Only one chapter long, the book of Jude is an epistle written by the half brother of Jesus, who became a Christian only after Jesus' crucifixion. This book uses examples from the Old Testament to show the importance of obeying God and following his teachings. Jude condemns the false teachers and urges the Christians to unite and strengthen each other's faith in order to withstand their deception.

The epistle of 2 John confronts the issue of false teachers infiltrating the Christian church and spreading doctrines that did not coincide with true Christian teachings. John urges the believers to stand by the truth and to love others while simultaneously being wary of whom they allowed into their homes and minds. 2 John is an important reminder to follow the words of Jesus as a guideline and not only the words of those claiming to speak for him.

The book of 1 Timothy was written by the Apostle Paul to a young pastor by the same name, who was based in the church at Ephesus. Paul instructs him on the importance of not being led astray by false teachings and to keep his faith in God. This book contains clear directions on the organisation and structure of a church as well as practical advice on how to lead one.

Similar to many of the epistles, 1 John was written by the apostle who identifies himself in the title and encourages the Christian church to strengthen their faith in Jesus so that they might not be led astray by false teachers. This book also contains reassurances of the supremacy of Jesus Christ as the Son of God and urges all Christians to grow in their faith and love of him.

The first book of Kings recounts the lives of the kings of Israel and Judea over a period of 400 years after the death of King David. His son, Solomon, features heavily in these chapters, first to show God's generous blessings to a faithful king and later as an example of the consequences of turning away from God. This book also details the split of the northern and southern tribes of Israel and the subsequent appointment of the prophet Elijah to bring hope to the true followers of God and vengeance on those who had renounced him.

The book of Philippians was written to the church in Philippi by the Apostle Paul during his imprisonment by the Romans. The Philippians were some of his most faithful followers and Christians, and Paul wrote to them to express his appreciation for their support and to encourage them to continue in their firm belief. Philippians is an inspirational epistle to remind Christians that while following God may sometimes result in persecution and suffering, there is also great and fulfilling joy to be found in humble service to him.

The first five books of the Bible, also known as the Pentateuch, were written by Moses and are an important introduction to the rest of the Bible as they contain the history of the Jewish people from the creation of the world to their exile in the desert for 40 years. These books also contain the divine laws which form the basis of Judaism and give instructions on how to live a holy life as God's chosen people.