
Desire of the Everlasting Hills
The World Before and After Jesus
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Narrated by:
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Brian F. O'Byrne
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By:
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Thomas Cahill
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From the bestselling author of How the Irish Saved Civilization comes a compelling historical narrative about Jesus—an obscure rabbi from a backwater of the Roman Empire who became the central figure in Western Civilization.
"Divertingly instructive...gratifying...[Cahill] makes Jesus a still-living literary presence." —The New York Times
In his subtle and engaging investigation into the life and times of Jesus, Thomas Cahill shows us Jesus from his birth to his execution through the eyes of those who knew him and in the context of his time—a time when the Jews were struggling to maintain their beliefs under overlords who imposed their worldview on their subjects. Here is Jesus the loving friend, itinerate preacher, and quiet revolutionary, whose words and actions inspired his followers to journey throughout the Roman world and speak the truth he instilled—in the face of the greatest defeat: Jesus' crucifixion as a common criminal. Daring, provocative, and stunningly original, Cahill's interpretation will both delight and surprise.
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"Cahill's writing is straightforward and translates well to audio. O'Byrne's Irish accent gives a flavor to the reading without interfering with the material...one is glad to be listening, rather than merely reading." —AudioFile
"Divertingly instructive...gratifying...[Cahill] makes Jesus a still-living literary presence." —The New York Times
"A deft march through time and through theology in the making...[Cahill's] own gift-giving is his ability to climb inside the scholarship and enliven it." —Philadelphia Inquirer
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A delight
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I found it especially meaningful during this time of Lent.
Inspirational
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I enjoyed the listen although the narrator's brogue got a little much at times.
Book allowed me to re-Saul-t my Christianity
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Not so much history
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Wow
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The second half is a dabbling portrait of Paul and the stories of the early church. A fascinating human collage of the early church communities. A very good summary of each and how Paul was able to lead and inspire them all.
The last part of the book has some good recent stories and examples of mission churches and a strong general indictment of the organized church and slavery and oppression and war. A vigorous ending full with hope.
I feel hopeful and energized and comfortable that I am still on the road of discovery and searching for my mission and how I can help others and love God with all my heart and love neighbors as i love myself.
Great reading! Highly recommended
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Cahill tells history with deep knowledge, understanding and fresh perspective. Unbiased, compassionate and factually authentic.
I read this book and the Hinges of History series at least once a year to renew my faith in humanity. That no matter how hateful we humans become, we are evolving and there is hope for our spiritual selves.
A Historical Adventure about Humanity
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for the layman...
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A Beautiful and Profound Book
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Worth rereading a dozen times
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