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First Bible printed in New Jersey 1791
Today’s episode of Celebrate the Bible focuses on Isaac Collins, a printer from New Jersey who produced the first Bible printed in the state in 1791. Collins, trained in Delaware and influenced by prominent printers, met the high demand for Bibles by selling 5,000 copies, showcasing significant dedication to accuracy and quality.
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The Easter Story
SPECIAL POST: For this upcoming Easter observance, Francis Douglas reads The Easter Story directly from the Christian Holy Bible.
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View-master: 3D Bible Stories
The View-Master, invented by William Gruber in 1939, popularized 3D Bible stories alongside world travel scenes. Using color transparency film, it offered engaging biblical narratives through stereoscopic images. With associated text, these reels provided educational content, helping audiences explore faith visually. By the 1960s, View-Master became a beloved tool for learning scripture.
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Library of Congress Gutenberg Bible Facsimile
The post discusses the Library of Congress’s Gutenberg Bible facsimile, highlighting its historical significance as the first book printed in the Western world. It explains the efforts to replicate original materials and the immense value of original pages. The Gutenberg Bible symbolizes a pivotal shift in access to knowledge, revolutionizing book production.
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Benjamin Franklin: Bible Merchant
Benjamin Franklin, known for his printing press, played a vital role as a merchant of the Christian Bible. An interesting package revealed his original press’s last printed sheet, featuring an ad for Bibles from his bookshop. This historic press, gifted to the Franklin Institute in 1933, underscores Franklin’s influence on Bible distribution in America.
America 250 Semiquincentennial Bible Celebration
Celebrating the History of the Christian Holy Bible in America
America 250 Semiquincentennial Bible Celebration 