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Book Synopsis: Philip Jenkins delivers a fearless examination of the dark and violent verses of the Bible-andamp;#8212;and a call for us to read them anew in pursuit of a richer, more honest faith. From andldquo;one of Americaandrsquo;s best scholars of religionandrdquo; (The Economist), this daring exploration of the Scriptureandrsquo;s most difficult passages forces us to confront and accept the violence that was as integral to the formulation of Christianityandrsquo;s message as it was for many other of the worldandrsquo;s religions, and shows us how a full understanding of the Scripture will allow us to finally move towards a more peaceful, spiritual world. Readers of Bart Ehrmanandrsquo;s Godandrsquo;s Problem, John Selby Spongandrsquo;s The Sins of Scripture, and Jenkinsandrsquo;s own The Jesus Wars, as well as every Christian eager to square the recurrent violence of the Scripture with Christianityandrsquo;s enduring message of peace, will find these difficult questions explored in full in Laying Down the Sword.
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Are you ready to challenge your beliefs and dive deeper into the scriptures? Look no further than "Laying Down the Sword" by Philip Jenkins. In this fearless examination of the dark and violent verses of the Bible, Jenkins invites readers to read them anew and discover a more honest and authentic faith. With Jenkins' expertise as one of America's best scholars of religion, this daring exploration goes beyond the surface to confront and accept the violence integral to the formulation of Christianity's message.
If you've been searching for a deeper understanding of the scripture, "Laying Down the Sword" is a must-read. Jenkins sheds light on passages that have long been a source of confusion and discomfort for many Christians. By engaging with these difficult questions, readers can finally move towards a more peaceful and spiritual understanding of their faith.
Now is the time to challenge your knowledge and engage with the tough issues that lie within the Bible. With "Laying Down the Sword," you'll join the ranks of esteemed authors like Bart Ehrman and John Selby Spong, who have tackled these tough questions before. Whether you're a long-time believer or new to the faith, this book provides the tools and insights necessary to reconcile the recurrent violence of the scripture with Christianity's enduring message of peace.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your faith and gain a fresh perspective on biblical passages. Take a step towards a more meaningful and peaceful spiritual journey by reading "Laying Down the Sword" today. Click here to order your copy now!
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