Overall rating and opinion of "Misreading Judas" by Robert Wahler

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Reading through the book reviews about this, there is a curious side of me who wants to dig deeo as not many people have tried to look into these. It is nice to be presented in a book however i have decided not to go through it more as it might start some other ideas which can lead to obsession. Though great job in being BOTM.
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Vivianne Nat wrote: 21 Jun 2019, 11:09 Reading through the book reviews about this, there is a curious side of me who wants to dig deeo as not many people have tried to look into these. It is nice to be presented in a book however i have decided not to go through it more as it might start some other ideas which can lead to obsession. Though great job in being BOTM.
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LeeleeByoma wrote: 21 Jun 2019, 06:07 The title of this book has certainly piqued my curiosity. I'm a christian with an open mind, and I can't wait to get my hands on this book. Should make for an interesting read, at the very least.
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Sahansdal are you Robert Wahler? :eusa-think: :?:
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LinaMueller wrote: 21 Jun 2019, 12:48 Sahansdal are you Robert Wahler? :eusa-think: :?:
Yes, that's right. :tiphat:
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Vscholz wrote: 01 May 2019, 20:15 I started this book a while ago. I love the idea behind it, but I wasn't able to fully understand what was being said. That isn't to speak poorly of the author--he certainly did his research, but I think the target audience is very specific. A basic understanding of Gnostic beliefs is definitely a must.
I haven't read the book as yet, but it really appealed to me. But I see that you recommend having a basic understanding of gnostic beliefs. So perhaps I should go did my research on those before attempting to read this book.
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Kelebogile Mbangi wrote: 23 Jun 2019, 07:11
Vscholz wrote: 01 May 2019, 20:15 I started this book a while ago. I love the idea behind it, but I wasn't able to fully understand what was being said. That isn't to speak poorly of the author--he certainly did his research, but I think the target audience is very specific. A basic understanding of Gnostic beliefs is definitely a must.
I haven't read the book as yet, but it really appealed to me. But I see that you recommend having a basic understanding of gnostic beliefs. So perhaps I should go did my research on those before attempting to read this book.
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From a Christian point of view, this book raises eyebrows. It is controversial and evokes many questions. It is a great read though...
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Wambui-nj wrote: 27 Jun 2019, 13:28 From a Christian point of view, this book raises eyebrows. It is controversial and evokes many questions. It is a great read though...
Thanks for that. I hope you review it here, and on Amazon. It was a lot of work, but I assure you it is vital information.
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I'd totally enjoy reading the authors insights, after a bit of research on the Gnostics, I guess. That is not to say I smell a conspiracy of lies and deception in the Christian theology, but I've always believed that my faith is strengthened when I am open to questions and go back to God for the answers!!
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I will recommend this book to fellow Christians so they know what to guard against in their beliefs. There are lots of books that tend to sway Christians from their beliefs. Christians must therefore watch out.
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kwame1977 wrote: 28 Jun 2019, 02:14 I will recommend this book to fellow Christians so they know what to guard against in their beliefs. There are lots of books that tend to sway Christians from their beliefs. Christians must therefore watch out.
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Fatima_Palacios wrote: 28 Jun 2019, 12:32 I'll give a try to this book it definitely sounds interesting but a little close to home if you're a very religious person
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kwame1977 wrote: 28 Jun 2019, 02:14 I will recommend this book to fellow Christians so they know what to guard against in their beliefs. There are lots of books that tend to sway Christians from their beliefs. Christians must therefore watch out.
Kwame, What are you afraid of, that you need to warn others of my findings? Are you afraid they are true? I would not produce false findings. They are verifiable. I have only presented things that can be checked by anyone. Here is the link to the Nag Hammadi Library: https://ia802600.us.archive.org/5/items ... ibrary.pdf
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I gave this book a 3 out of 4. It raises some very good questions and the author sure did a lot of research. I was tired at the end! I had no idea all of this was going on. A good place to start with this book would be to watch the National Geographic documentary entitled The Gospel of Judas. Without this, and other reference texts (translated of course), this book is hard to understand.
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