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Both immediate and timeless, Abraham tells the powerful story of one man's search for the shared ancestor of Judaism, Christianity, andIslam. Traveling through war zones, braving violence at religious sites, andseeking out faith leaders, Bruce Feiler uncovers the defining yet divisive role that Abraham plays for half the world's believers. Provocative anduplifting, Abraham offers a thoughtful and inspiring vision of unity that redefines what we think about our neighbors, our future, and ourselves.
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"Highly Recommended! I read 30-40 books per year, as a Senior Pastor. This is one of only a handful of texts that I would recommend for those interested in an objective view of Abraham from the perspective of other religions/faiths. The hypocrisy on many levels in the western version of Christianity is overwhelming at times; this text takes the reader into the minds of how others view and adopt Abraham as their spiritual Father with the same vigor as the western culture. ...this reading is not for faint-hearted; those weak in their faith; or narrow thinkers. If you're truly open to "learning" not just reinforcing what you already believe, this book will stretch you. Great read!"
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Abraham A Journey to the Heart of Three Faiths Bruce Feiler 9780060838669 Books Reviews :
Abraham A Journey to the Heart of Three Faiths Bruce Feiler 9780060838669 Books Reviews
- This is a wonderfully objective exploration of the story of Abraham — historically, geographically, philosophically, theologically and politically—from the perspective of all three Abrahamic religions. The story does not sugar coat the profound disagreements among religious traditions. There are parts of this book that are depressing and ugly. But the author expertly challenges the dogmatic views by pointing out how they are inventions of convenience, created at times when each of the religions was suffering from an existential crisis and called on Abraham to bolster their authenticity. Ultimately, the question is whether Abraham can become a unifying force, rather than a divisive one. Can the three religions accept that they each have their own story of Abraham but, just as we have accepted that we all worship the same God, can we also accept that we also believe in the same Abraham? It is a question worth pursuing for the sake of peace.
- Highly Recommended! I read 30-40 books per year, as a Senior Pastor. This is one of only a handful of texts that I would recommend for those interested in an objective view of Abraham from the perspective of other religions/faiths. The hypocrisy on many levels in the western version of Christianity is overwhelming at times; this text takes the reader into the minds of how others view and adopt Abraham as their spiritual Father with the same vigor as the western culture. ...this reading is not for faint-hearted; those weak in their faith; or narrow thinkers. If you're truly open to "learning" not just reinforcing what you already believe, this book will stretch you. Great read!
- In our current times, when some are trying to foster hate at every turn, separation, and re-build the walls that divide “usâ€, “themâ€, and “those peopleâ€, this book reminds us that while different religions have journeyed along different roads we are all trying to reach the same place, learn the same lessons, have endured similar heartbreaks and aches, suffered together and apart, enjoyed the same traveling companions, and in the end, hopefully, will all arrive on the same mountaintop having attained the same enlightenment.
The book is broken up into a well written explanation of Abraham’s significance and importance to three of the worlds major religions and though different, explains how much they have in common in Abraham. Wonderful book for individual reading or your small adult study group. - This is the third book Feiler wrote regarding the Holy Land, his travels there, the geography and the people (then and today). In this book, he sets out to find the "real" Abraham only to learn there are some 240 real Abraham's. In the end, he concludes it is in Abraham we find hope for reconciliation and resolution. He makes a very compelling case.
- This chronicle of Bruce Feiler’s search for the true story of Abraham is well-researched and engaging. The author’s discussions with Abrahamic scholars and clergy of the three faiths are enlightening. Each of the three religions claim Abraham as their patriarch. However, their relationships with Abraham are very different.
I recommend this book to anyone interested in the study of Abraham, and his relationship to each of these major religions. - "That Abraham is still being discussed so widely today may be the best evidence of all that the promise of his blessing has enduring relevance—and the indomitable power to inspire." A thoroughly engrossing look at a figure I thought I knew. My takeaway--God's blessing to Abraham was to ALL nations--says so in Genesis. So let's stop quibbling over who's got it right...
- A thoughtful journey into the story of Abraham as seen through the eyes of 3 religions with middle eastern origins. To understand one of the underpinnings of these cultures and religions, this book does help.
- Purely academic, lacking the spirit that would give it life. It was totally uninspiring to me. I anticipated so much more.
