Whether you believe it's the word of God or merely an interesting piece of ancient literature, chances are you're familiar with the collection of books known as the Holy Bible. Both the best-selling and most-shoplifted book in the world, the Bible has sparked the imaginations and spirits of people around the globe for thousands of years. As familiar as the sight of a Bible may seem - whether it's on your bedside table or in the drawer of every hotel room you've ever visited - some things in its pages may still surprise you. In this collection of controversial Bible verses and little-known facts about biblical figures, you may find new ways to look at old stereotypes, scripture-based ammo to shut down haters in their tracks, and a better understanding of one of the world's most ancient texts.