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summermsmith 's review for:
The Robe
by Lloyd C. Douglas
One of the repeated discussions I have had and probably will continue to have with my dad is the subject of this book; would we believe in Jesus if we were alive when he was? This book covers all the bases of that question and then some.
This book, written in the 1940s, shows the experience of a Roman Tribune given a post in the middle of nowhere Palestine and thrown into the world of "the New Testament" without knowledge, care or concern for the world and life of the Jews. He witnessed the crucifixion of Jesus red-handed, was among those casting lots and won Jesus' robe. The book takes us on his journey of turmoil, denial, faith, discovery and discipleship of Christ and the beginning of the Christian religion. The facts and history weaved into the book painted a wonderful tapestry of what it might have been like to live when and shortly after Jesus lived.
The thought and wisdom was touching. The wonderful writing of Douglas shows through every encounter and conversation in the book. I like how the author shows the struggle and process Marcellus goes through, like was mentioned by Chrissy; he does struggle with the idea that this man he had a part in killing was an eternal being and had risen again. To say that I myself wouldn't think I had or would think others were crazy in his same situation would be a lie. The transition was believable. Douglas also did a great job of explaining the parables and events of the New Testament smartly but with wisdom that was easily applicable to the reader.
When I was reading this I also thought of how interesting it was to know the power shift that would take place in the future. It's a great reminder that every society has it's rise and fall and those that are at disadvantage often learn how to fight their way to the top. And succeed. Great historical insight and if you chose, great spiritual as well.
This book, written in the 1940s, shows the experience of a Roman Tribune given a post in the middle of nowhere Palestine and thrown into the world of "the New Testament" without knowledge, care or concern for the world and life of the Jews. He witnessed the crucifixion of Jesus red-handed, was among those casting lots and won Jesus' robe. The book takes us on his journey of turmoil, denial, faith, discovery and discipleship of Christ and the beginning of the Christian religion. The facts and history weaved into the book painted a wonderful tapestry of what it might have been like to live when and shortly after Jesus lived.
The thought and wisdom was touching. The wonderful writing of Douglas shows through every encounter and conversation in the book. I like how the author shows the struggle and process Marcellus goes through, like was mentioned by Chrissy; he does struggle with the idea that this man he had a part in killing was an eternal being and had risen again. To say that I myself wouldn't think I had or would think others were crazy in his same situation would be a lie. The transition was believable. Douglas also did a great job of explaining the parables and events of the New Testament smartly but with wisdom that was easily applicable to the reader.
When I was reading this I also thought of how interesting it was to know the power shift that would take place in the future. It's a great reminder that every society has it's rise and fall and those that are at disadvantage often learn how to fight their way to the top. And succeed. Great historical insight and if you chose, great spiritual as well.