A Man and his God
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Of course, these folks assume that the government will, of course, lean their direction and pick their prayer forgetting how vehemently Christians fought each other back in the days when America was founded. Why should a free government that we all pay into support the beliefs of some over others? Even if a majority of Christians could even agree, those who understand the Constitution know that it is never about the majority—it is about one person's rights to believe, worship, speak, publish and exercise this remarkable freedom we Americans enjoy.
Not just collectively, but as individuals with our own ideas and opinions. Constitution is brilliant, and we must guard it at all cost. Likewise, if we believe in what America stands for, we must up for that one single child who is not Christian and who does not want to hear The Lord's Prayer or any other prayer on the loudspeaker every day. Her family paid for that speaker, too, and the walls around her and the desk she sits at.
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The government, on behalf of a momentary majority, cannot be allowed to push a religion or a prayer on her. Sadly, tyranny is often pushed by the "majority" and even, too often, in the name of one religion or another, including Christianity. Remember the so-called Christian soldiers, the Ku Klux Klan, who quoted the Bible and prayed to God at rallies where they planned violence against African Americans. Yes, that happened right here in a Mississippi where the majority voted to close the public schools rather than follow federal law to integrate them.
My intense respect for the U. Constitution, including my belief in freedom of each of us to worship as we please, is exactly why I will stand against any establishment of religion by the government. Yes, that includes putting a creche in front of City Hall. Yes, that includes school-sanctioned religion activities. Yes, that includes public schools and universities saying an organized collective prayer before classes and meetings. If we want America to continue to be great and free, we must respect and fight to maintain every single person's constitutional rights.
And that means each of us needs to stand firm against anyone trying to push their own personal theocratic dream on our schools and our government institutions. It's wrong, and it's un-American. I recently visited the Jefferson Memorial in Washington D. I'll leave you with Jefferson's words from a letter he wrote in to the Baptists of Danbury, Conn Like independent media outlets around the world, the Jackson Free Press works hard to produce important content on a limited budget.
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To be honest, I don't why people some look to government to be the savior for prayer no pun intended. Politicians only use it for cheap political points, while their policies screw the very people that look up to them. But let's say government-forced prayer does happen?
Whose standard do we use? Even within those religions, there are different denominations who believe in some things different. You have Muslims who are people, while you have radicals who believe in death to America. I even once belonged to a Christian church that believed people who were not in there church are condemned to Hell. When it comes to prayer, I'm reminded of what Jesus said in Matthew 6: Support the JFP and get a few perks along the way!
Click here for more info. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. An immortalized cavalry commander joins forces with the high-priest of the god of war Where myth meets legend, two men kiss and Tempus' world changes forever.
In this pivo An immortalized cavalry commander joins forces with the high-priest of the god of war In this pivotal story, the Sacred Band is formed from love and death Tell me so… that you are content. O Riddler, so well do I love you, I go to my god singing your praises. When I meet my father, I will tell him… I… fought beside you. Kindle Edition , 39 pages. Published July 18th by Perseid Publishing first published To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up.
To ask other readers questions about A Man and His God , please sign up. Lists with This Book. Dec 08, Hunter Jones rated it it was amazing Shelves: This new world disguised as a novella, is the legacy of Tempus the Black. It is a deep and richly textured read. This is a modern story of loyalty, friendship and death, cleverly hidden in the world of the Ancients.
This is fiction in the Homeric tradition of The Classics. It is based upon the ancient Greek Sacred Band of Thebes. We are introduced to Abarsis, the Slaughter Priest. This novella is dark, mythic and the author gives you a glimpse into the ancient mind. The story and plot lines are well written and well developed. The characters are riveting and very human. Death sealed with a kiss resonates through the human spirit, whether in ancient times or in the 21st century. I look forward to more tales of Tempus and the Sacred Band.
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Their very humanness is what makes them legendary. Now, I'm on the way to download this story via Audible. I want to hear this. It is that enjoyable.
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Life to you, and everlasting glory! Oct 05, Joe Bonadonna rated it it was amazing. What started out as a tale of swords and sorcery has now become a novella that has been transformed, has moved into the richer, more epic tapestry of Heroic Fantasy — heroic fiction in the Homeric tradition. A Man and His God is a novella about love and death in the ancient world with a long and distinguished pedigree. This pivotal story tells how and why Tempus forms the Sacred Band of Stepsons in Sanctuary, based on the historic Sacred Band of Thebes and introduces Abarsis, the Slaughter Priest, who remains a factor in the Sacred Band of Stepsons series throughout its history.
That being said, when comparing the seminal piece, A Man and His God, the new editions have changed only slightly in all this time, with typos corrected, paragraph lengths reduced here and there, and points clarified — making these later editions the most desirable for newcomers to the series, as well as for longtime fans. Morris obviously wanted to make sure this beloved story kept its essence, which it has: A Man and His God serves notice that Morris, through Tempus and his Sacred Band, will not only take you on heroic adventures in Homeric times, she will put you inside the ancient mind itself.
I am certainly looking forward to more tales of Tempus, Niko, and the Sacred Band, for they have a long and rich history to draw upon, and there are many stories and adventures that have yet to be told. Jan 14, Uvi Poznansky rated it it was amazing. The Man and His God is a novella based on Plato's Sacred Squadron, which consisted of pairs of male lovers that formed the elite force of the Theban army in the 4th century BC.
It is more than a sword-and-sorcery tale. Before us is a story where mythology is reinvented in the most delicious, vivid detail, in a fantasy world that is larger than life, and perhaps more true to our dreams and our yearning for a heroic journey.
In this world, reality is but a distant, pale shadow of what is possible, The Man and His God is a novella based on Plato's Sacred Squadron, which consisted of pairs of male lovers that formed the elite force of the Theban army in the 4th century BC. In this world, reality is but a distant, pale shadow of what is possible, and what the author, Janet morris is fleshing out before us. I find it truly amazing that she found a lyrical way to describe the exploits of this elite cavalry unit. The Sacred Band of Stepsons is loyal to its members and its commander. It begins when Abarsis, the Slaughter Priest from the North, brings his Sacred Band to Tempus, a warrior who cannot die, nor can he enjoy his immortality.
At the beginning of the story this lone mercenary is perceived by others as 'Death Himself'. By the end of the story, the wounded Abrasis takes his last breath in Tempus' arms. The scene features one of the most delicate descriptions of helping a dying man find a measure of comfort amidst the pain.
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As he breathes out his soul, Tempus seals his last moment with a symbolic signature of a kiss. Indeed, the kiss of Death This scene, and indeed the entire concept of the Sacred Band, bring to mind customs such as homosexuality in the militaries of ancient Greece. Feb 18, Grant Leishman added it Shelves: I was not disappointed. Although this book is quite short, it is the first in a series dealing with the Sacred Band of Stepsons. We are introduced to this strange and marvellous world Morris has created and we meet the main protagonists who will continue on in the series as part of this Band of Brothers who will fight for Tempus.
As always Morris' writing is rich and redolent. Her command of the English language is probably unmatched in contemporary literature and her ability to transport us into this world of her making is a tribute to her abilities. As a primer for the series; A Man and his God serves its purpose extremely well.
I am desirous to read more of this series and that is the sign of a good primer. An excellent read as always from Morris and this comes highly recommended from me. Five stars all the way. Dec 29, Martha Sockel rated it it was amazing Shelves: A Man and his God is the canonical story that introduces the Sacred Band of Stepsons to the annals of dark and heroic fantasy. Tempus the Black, favourite of the storm god, meets the high priest of the god of war. A battle follows, and the kiss of death changes Tempus' world forever. First published in the best-selling sword and sorcery series Thieves World, and then in a series of novels that were Baen hardcovers, Ace mass market paperbacks, and Science Fiction Book Club selections, A Man and h A Man and his God is the canonical story that introduces the Sacred Band of Stepsons to the annals of dark and heroic fantasy.
A person should steadfastly proclaim the exaltedness of his god. A young man should devoutly praise the words of his god; the people living in the righteous. The Dialogue between a Man and His God is the earliest known text to address the answer to the question of why a god permits evil, or theodicy, a reflection on.
First published in the best-selling sword and sorcery series Thieves World, and then in a series of novels that were Baen hardcovers, Ace mass market paperbacks, and Science Fiction Book Club selections, A Man and his God was groundbreaking then and still today. The unforgettable characters in this dark and gritty story went on to their own Sacred Band of Stepsons series two decades before Game of Thrones was written.
At times lyric, always Homeric, A Man and his God will challenge all your most beloved assumptions about heroism, love, as well as relationships among men and between men and gods. Apr 30, Colin rated it it was amazing Shelves: A gritty tale of fantasy set in the Thieves' World of Sanctuary.
I fell in love with the Thieves' World stories when I was a kid in the 80s, great fantasy and swords-and-sorcery stuff. Tempus, a seemingly immortal warrior under the curse and blessing of his god, was one of the most fascinating and memorable stories. I found some of the Sacred Band stories and loved them. Jan 26, Elisha rated it it was amazing. Fans of the series will rejoice and those new to the series will marvel at the quality of writing that is a gift from Janet Morris to the reader.
It is also the first book in the fantasy-science fiction genre to be published that allows for pan gender, and two men sharing a kiss.
This pivotal first story in the series is now available on audio book and is an entirely different way to enjoy this story, as the images materialize in your mind's eye and the characters speak aloud. Janet Morris excels at her craft, is a master of the written word and a true icon to our generation. Feb 16, Brian Bigelow rated it really liked it.
This mythological tale isn't something I would normally go for but it was recommended to me so I decided to try it out. It was definitely a different read for me. It's very well written and I think for someone into the sacred band series it's a must read. Jul 28, Sarah Hulcy rated it it was amazing.
It's very well written and I think for someone into the sacred band series it's a must read. We are introduced to this strange and marvellous world Morris has created and we meet the main protagonists who will continue on in the series as part of this Band of Brothers who will fight for Tempus. I recently visited the Jefferson Memorial in Washington D. When I go into the house I despair. Return to Book Page. Keisu rated it really liked it Sep 26,
Feb 06, A. Butcher rated it it was amazing Shelves: Feb 28, Lucas Mota added it.
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