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tinylittlehobbit's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
4.75
I loved Fr. Martin's writing, and how he focused on the things that mainstream Christianity can tend to overlook. This book helped me wrap my head around the divinity of Jesus a little bit more, though I also highly appreciated the focus of the human man himself.
sarahareinhard's review against another edition
5.0
I *was* just going to read the book one chapter at a time, but I found that it was just too good a book to put down.
Which makes my earlier hesitation to even crack it open all the more hilarious, doesn't it?
This book is one that (a) I know I'll be buying for my favorite bibliophiles, (b) I know I'll be raving about for at least the next 500 days or so, and (c) I know I'll be rereading. Maybe yet this summer.
Look up "awesome" in your thesaurus and go ahead and just apply all the synonyms here. This book is all that, with whipped cream on top, a side of chocolate, and a hearty pot of coffee. It's not only a book I wholeheartedly and unreservedly recommend, but it's one that I will probably not ever at all lend. Nope. Can't do it. Sharing's not an option with a book that could turn into a yearly read...
Don't miss this book. You deserve it, especially if you've ever loved Jesus. This book will make you look at him more clearly, appreciate him more authentically, and find your faith more tangibly.
Which makes my earlier hesitation to even crack it open all the more hilarious, doesn't it?
This book is one that (a) I know I'll be buying for my favorite bibliophiles, (b) I know I'll be raving about for at least the next 500 days or so, and (c) I know I'll be rereading. Maybe yet this summer.
Look up "awesome" in your thesaurus and go ahead and just apply all the synonyms here. This book is all that, with whipped cream on top, a side of chocolate, and a hearty pot of coffee. It's not only a book I wholeheartedly and unreservedly recommend, but it's one that I will probably not ever at all lend. Nope. Can't do it. Sharing's not an option with a book that could turn into a yearly read...
Don't miss this book. You deserve it, especially if you've ever loved Jesus. This book will make you look at him more clearly, appreciate him more authentically, and find your faith more tangibly.
jasoncomely's review against another edition
4.0
I read this directly after Girzone's book and wasn't disappointed. Martin takes us along to the sites where Jesus ministered, and I could envision the places he wrote about and feel the oppressive heat of the Middle Eastern sun.
The author also referenced New Testament scripture in the original Greek language and that breathed new life and context to the old Bible stories.
I discuss the book on my podcast Jesus in Books: https://soundcloud.com/jesusinbooks/jesus-a-pilgrimage-by-james-martin
The author also referenced New Testament scripture in the original Greek language and that breathed new life and context to the old Bible stories.
I discuss the book on my podcast Jesus in Books: https://soundcloud.com/jesusinbooks/jesus-a-pilgrimage-by-james-martin
protoapostoli's review against another edition
1.0
Feels more like basic journal entries following Fr Martin through the Holy Land, and tends to leave one wanting deeper spiritual insights that aren't provided by the author.
davidjordan's review against another edition
4.0
As a fan of Father James Martin through his media appearances, this reader was not disappointed in the breezy and engaging style with which Martin recounts his brief, but thorough pilgrimage in the holy land. Self-deprecating humor mixed with devout wonder and impeccable scholarship make this an enjoyable read. Martin juxtaposes his experiences in the contemporary locations of Christ's biblical appearances with a detailed account of the historical & spiritual context of each story. The result is an entertaining and powerfully illuminating book. Highly recommended.
snickies's review against another edition
3.0
3 1/2 stars. It took me a while to get into it, but I quite liked it in the end.
teaghang's review against another edition
4.0
My favorite book I've read by Fr. Martin. Does a very good job of diving into New Testament scholarship while still remaining accessible and affirming the doctrines of the Church. I only have two complaints: first, that it tries to do just a bit too much, causing it to drag a bit. Second, that Fr. Martin tries too often to get into the mind of Jesus, particularly during the Passion. As tempting as it may be to try, we cannot know the mind of God.
elysahenegar's review against another edition
4.0
"What I want most for you is to meet Jesus," writes author James Martin, and what resonates throughout the pages of this wonderful travel-contemplative is the intimacy of relationship Martin himself feels with Christ, an intimacy that always translates into a deep desire for others to know Him as well. I felt as though I accompanied Martin and his friend George on their Holy Land adventure, toured ancient sites, met colorful people, and shared in their inspiring experiences as I read. This book offers a glimpse of Jesus in his real fully human and fully divine presence as well as any book could, and the author's easy style is conversational and engaging on every page. I truly enjoyed this adventure.