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Reading the Bible Again for the First Time

Taking the Bible Seriously but Not Literally

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Reading the Bible Again for the First Time

By: Marcus J. Borg
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Many Christians mistakenly believe that their only choice is either to reconcile themselves to a fundamentalist reading of scripture (a "literal-factual" approach) or to simply reject the Bible as something that could bring meaning and value into their lives. In Reading the Bible Again for the First Time, Marcus Borg shows how instead we can freshly appreciate all the essential elements of the Old and New Testaments - from Genesis to Revelation - in a way that can open up a new world of intelligent faith.

In Reading the Bible Again for the First Time, Borg reveals how it is possible to reconcile a scientific and critical way of thinking with our deepest spiritual needs, leading to an insightful experience of ancient text. This unique audiobook invites every listener - whatever his or her religious background - to engage the Bible, to wrestle with its meaning, to explore its mysteries, and to understand its relevance. Reading the Bible Again for the First Time shows us how to encounter the Bible in a fresh, new way that rejects the limits of simple literalism and opens up the rich possibility of living a life of authentic faith.

©2001 Marcus J. Borg (P)2020 eChristian Bible Study Bibles & Bible Study Christianity Commentaries Ministry & Evangelism Middle East
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Very good reading of this book by the narrator.
The case made by the author for somewhat “out of the box” (maybe considered “historical”) reading and understanding of the Bible was thoughtful and compelling. As an avid reader and lover of The Word, the case made in these pages opened up the dimension of biblical understanding and sacredness. Bravo!! Very well done! Made me sad (but glad!) to know the author has already gone on to glory.

Excellent!

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If you grew up fundamental and have done any type of deconstruction, this book is for you. I can't say I agree with everything, but it shines light into the darkness of Christian religion and brings freedom to experience God for yourself instead of trying to experience God through a set of doctrines.

We need more books like this

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Loved it all. very informative and insightful. I look forward to listening to more from this author.

Marcus Borg's level of scholarship

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Beautiful insights into the Bible. Loved it. And the narrator was wonderful too. highly recommend.

Wonderful.

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I enjoyed the book immensely. It was eye-opening. The narrator's voice sounded overly "moist" and I found myself sympathetically clearing my throat for him on several occasions. My personal problem, I suppose.

Great book. Problematic narrator.

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This was my first book by Borg. Loved it and hope to read more. Highly recommended.

A serious and thoughtful analysis of the Bible

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Did the narrator take a little too much communion wine? Slurring every other word 😅 anyways good book

Great Material…

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