The intent mirrors that of the author of Luke: A similar task has been taken up by numerous authors over the centuries, ranging from the Tatian, who produced a second-century harmony of the gospels known as the Diatesseron, to Thomas Jefferson, who created the so-called Jefferson Bible. The Gospel of the Phoenix follows in this tradition, and is written to both inspire and challenge the reader.
It also sheds light on several elements of what has come to be a familiar story. Which of his companions did he trust with his most valued secrets, and whose motives did he doubt? The Gospel of the Phoenix provides surprising and sometimes challenging answers to these and other questions. Paperback , pages. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about The Gospel of the Phoenix , please sign up.
The Gospel of the Phoenix tells the story of Jesus' life, in biblical style, as never before. Fans of Kahlil Gibran and students of history alike will enjoy this the story . This special edition of "The Gospel of the Phoenix" includes several additions not found in the original: Some new material, reformatted text for easy reading.
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I found myself, emotionally charged, and found things that made sense in ways they never had. This well written and intriguing volume brings much to the discussion of the Life of Christ. The Life and Times of Christ has been written about many times but none have brought me to this viewpoint.
This is a book I will be keeping in my library to refer to,. I find it well written, easy to read, and more. My 14 Year Old Son Recently told me he wants to read the Bible, so he can decide for himself it's meaning. I feel this would be an excellent book to give him to go along with this educational adventure! This book is appropriate for adults and children, and will be one I will enjoy going back to again and again. Thank You Stifyn Emrys, for this journey.
Aug 04, Mike Nemeth rated it it was amazing. Stifyn Emrys takes the reader back to the beginning of time, or at least the start of the modern calendar, walking alongside one of the most influential and controversial characters of written history. But Phoenix is different. It offers context along with wisdom, sharing other truths of the time of Jesus that add Stifyn Emrys takes the reader back to the beginning of time, or at least the start of the modern calendar, walking alongside one of the most influential and controversial characters of written history.
It offers context along with wisdom, sharing other truths of the time of Jesus that add insight to the parables and stories made famous by the young rabbi. Emrys maintains all of Jesus' teachings, down to the letter. But he adds more, explaining the practices of other religions and teachings of the region that Jesus incorporated to what was then an extremely controversial outlook of the Lord Our God. Now, we quote scripture as fact.
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Back then, however, Jesus was a very mellow, very peace loving guy who abhorred corruption, violence against anybody, especially women, and wanted people to look forward to the good of the spirit. Somehow modern religion lost a lot of the basic context of what Jesus intended.
Nowhere, for instance, did he tell King Richard to slaughter innocents in the Holy Land in his name. Nor did he tell his followers to condemn others based on minor difference. Emrys' portrayal retains the power and awe of the legend.
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Stifyn Emrys has written on subjects as diverse as history, religion, politics and language. He has served as an editor for fiction and non-fiction projects, and his first book, "The Gospel of the Phoenix," a new perspective on the life of Jesus, was published in July A first anniversary Special Edition has been published, including 60 pages of author commentary, classic illustrations and re Stifyn Emrys has written on subjects as diverse as history, religion, politics and language.
A first anniversary Special Edition has been published, including 60 pages of author commentary, classic illustrations and reformatted text for easier reading.
He has published seven subsequent works: The author has lectured occasionally on the pagan origins of Christianity and continues to research the development of religious traditions. He has worked as an editor, columnist, educator and reporter. He is currently working on his first novel. He lives in California with his wife, stepson, one cat and one dog. Books by Stifyn Emrys. Trivia About The Gospel of the No trivia or quizzes yet. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account.