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A dialogue debate between two leading theologians, one liberal and one traditionalist. In alternating chapters, the authors present their visions of who Jesus was and what he taught and did. Their disagreement provides a foundation model for the historical Jesus debate.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Out of interest I began reading western philosophy 12 months ago, and followed that immediately with eastern philosophy to get a better perspective.
The discussions behind the majority of philosophy (whether atheist or otherwise) inevitably cover the same ground as that of any mainstream religion.
As a Christian I decided it was time to discover more about Jesus - so after some research on writers upon the topic of Jesus I purchased The Challenge of Jesus (by N T Wright - also recommended), followed immediately by The Meaning of Jesus (N T Wright, M Borg).
This book is beautifully written by two extremely intelligent minds, and should have equal appeal for readers from any faith (or equally readers who do not consider themselves to hold any religious position). The reason is this: historically Jesus is a remarkable and extremely interesting person, and the historical evidence for this is presented in dynamic and interesting format - and perhaps most importantly via credible academic techniques.
The aim (it seems to me) is to get back to the root of Christianity - where we will inevitably find the strongest evidence in existence for upholding true Christian values (that is in Jesus Christ himself).
The debate between the two authors (one traditional, one liberal) is interesting and even clearer and better informed due to disagreement on certain key issues.
Eventually it seems to me there are two main options - both convincingly argued:
Jesus as the living Lord, confirmed by physical resurrection - whereby through the remarkable achievement of Jesus we are able to feel, understand and become true Christians.
Jesus as (metaphorical) lord - where we can gain inspiration and develop our own sense of spirituality in order to follow the way of Christ - thus establishing values which will lead to a more fulfilled, happier world.
Either way, Jesus is affirmed as a remarkable character in his own right. Personally, having digested ideas from many of the worlds greatest (documented philosophical) minds before turning to read this material - one of my main thoughts has been that noone else besides Jesus in the history of the world (as we know it) has acheived so much - winning so many hearts and (just as importantly) minds - and at so many levels, in so little time.
A one off event like this in the history of the world, certainly deserves the kind of attention displayed in this book and other works on the same theme.
I hope you will enjoy the book and find it as interesting and inspiring as I have.
The discussions behind the majority of philosophy (whether atheist or otherwise) inevitably cover the same ground as that of any mainstream religion.
As a Christian I decided it was time to discover more about Jesus - so after some research on writers upon the topic of Jesus I purchased The Challenge of Jesus (by N T Wright - also recommended), followed immediately by The Meaning of Jesus (N T Wright, M Borg).
This book is beautifully written by two extremely intelligent minds, and should have equal appeal for readers from any faith (or equally readers who do not consider themselves to hold any religious position). The reason is this: historically Jesus is a remarkable and extremely interesting person, and the historical evidence for this is presented in dynamic and interesting format - and perhaps most importantly via credible academic techniques.
The aim (it seems to me) is to get back to the root of Christianity - where we will inevitably find the strongest evidence in existence for upholding true Christian values (that is in Jesus Christ himself).
The debate between the two authors (one traditional, one liberal) is interesting and even clearer and better informed due to disagreement on certain key issues.
Eventually it seems to me there are two main options - both convincingly argued:
Jesus as the living Lord, confirmed by physical resurrection - whereby through the remarkable achievement of Jesus we are able to feel, understand and become true Christians.
Jesus as (metaphorical) lord - where we can gain inspiration and develop our own sense of spirituality in order to follow the way of Christ - thus establishing values which will lead to a more fulfilled, happier world.
Either way, Jesus is affirmed as a remarkable character in his own right. Personally, having digested ideas from many of the worlds greatest (documented philosophical) minds before turning to read this material - one of my main thoughts has been that noone else besides Jesus in the history of the world (as we know it) has acheived so much - winning so many hearts and (just as importantly) minds - and at so many levels, in so little time.
A one off event like this in the history of the world, certainly deserves the kind of attention displayed in this book and other works on the same theme.
I hope you will enjoy the book and find it as interesting and inspiring as I have.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
The respect Borg and Wright have for eachother shows through in how they take eachother's view seriously and agree to disagree while seemingly expanding their own faith in light of the other's position.
Wright comes from a traditional evangelical position (in British terms - perhaps open evangelical would better describe him to conservatives).Borg, while owning a 'liberal' label is more like a 'neo-liberal' or 'post-evangelical'.
The debate doesn't simply bounce back and forth like a tennis match but each position is filled out in a way that enhances and clarifies the argument thus inspiring he reader to think more which in turns gives a fresh impetus to faith.
Wright comes from a traditional evangelical position (in British terms - perhaps open evangelical would better describe him to conservatives).Borg, while owning a 'liberal' label is more like a 'neo-liberal' or 'post-evangelical'.
The debate doesn't simply bounce back and forth like a tennis match but each position is filled out in a way that enhances and clarifies the argument thus inspiring he reader to think more which in turns gives a fresh impetus to faith.
18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
This is an excellent book. You become so absorbed in the presenting arguments that it is like witnessing a riviting lecture between two scholars.
Borg contribution is clear, reasoned and easy to read. For evangelicals, he offers a conherent liberal hermenutic which offers an alternative framework of belief and doesn't just mock scripture.
Borg contribution is clear, reasoned and easy to read. For evangelicals, he offers a conherent liberal hermenutic which offers an alternative framework of belief and doesn't just mock scripture.
Wright counters well although his contribution is a more difficult read.
Overall a very postive and challenging experience. Buy it!
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