Which Book Outsold “The Art Of The Deal” And “The Audacity Of Hope” Combined?
What book puts the sales of massive bestsellers like The Art Of The Deal, The Audacity Of Hope and Harry Potter to shame? It’s the Bible!
Up to 100 million copies of the Bible are sold or donated EVERY year. And about 20 million copies of the Bible are sold annually in the United States alone. This adds up to approximately $425 Million dollars in sales every year.
If you’ve read the Bible lately, you’re in good company. Because, you’ve probably guessed by now, the Bible is THE MOST READ book in the world. And – get ready for this – considering that the eight commandment tells us, “Thou shalt not steal” …
THE BIBLE IS THE MOST STOLEN BOOK ON THE PLANET!
Every year Bibles are stolen from hotels, hospitals, and bookstores. It’s not surprising that Bibles are stolen from hotels and hospitals. Unless a person is traveling on vacation, hotel rooms can be a lonely place. This can be especially true if one is traveling for business or a family emergency. A Bible in a hotel or hospital room may be the only source of comfort available to someone.
Though there are many different translations of the Bible, including over 690 different languages, the best-selling and fastest growing version of the Bible in the United States is the New International Versions (NIV). It’s absolutely certain that the Bible is the most read and sold book on the planet. But …
What makes this collection of books so popular and so captivating?
The Bible has been acclaimed as one of the most beautiful pieces of literature ever written. The poetry of the writing and the artistry of the language, very simply, makes reading the Bible a wondrous experience.
The Bible is a fascinating historical document. Modern archeology has helped confirm that the Bible is historically accurate, even in meticulous details. Also, important elements of the New Testament have been substantiated by Josephus, the most respected historian of that time.
The Bible is bursting with wisdom. Even if one did not believe in God, it’s undeniable that the Bible is loaded with enough wisdom to help anybody experience a more joyous life. Just take a look at the book of Proverbs for this wonderful example …
Proverbs 15:1 -- “A soft word turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
And, of course, the Bible is a collection of books that provide spiritual insight, transformational wisdom, and unshakable hope. It provides us with the glorious path to an eternal life with an all-loving God. Knowing all this, it’s safe to say the Bible will continue to be the bestselling book on planet earth until Jesus’ glorious return.
And, of course, the Bible is a collection of books that provide spiritual insight, transformational wisdom, and unshakable hope. It provides us with the glorious path to an eternal life with an all-loving God. Knowing all this, it’s safe to say the Bible will continue to be the bestselling book on planet earth until Jesus’ glorious return.
