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

[jimthorne2]

This is just another gnostic/mystery religion ploy to confuse the world about the things of God. It is based on the idea that we humans know so much that we don't need God or a revelation from God to figure out what's going on. Judas was a traitor. His reasons for being a traitor in the New Testament are vague but the fact of his treason is not to be misunderstood. There's a vast difference between what Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John wrote and what Judas is said to have written.

[babcockar]

By just beginning to read this book, I'm not sure if it's for me. It seems like it plays too much on Christian mysticism, and it isn't based too much on fact.

[Choine]

This comment will probably receive some unwanted retorts but I will give my honest opinion about this book. I wasn't entirely sure what to expect when I opened the book. I would like to think that I approached it with an open mind because I was not entirely certain of the contents. As I read, I became more and more confused and--quite frankly--frustrated. The author's reasoning behind each explanation baffled me and I had to read almost every page several times before understanding. His attempt to dismantle the core of Christianity and interpret the Bible using Buddhist symbolism is frustrating and confusing. I don't know how he came to these conclusions, especially when he tried to interpret the parting of the Red Sea. Honestly, I feel that this was just a feeble attempt to unravel the foundation of Christianity and replace it with something else for the sake of argument.

[jimthorne2]

Well Choice, I surprised that you detect Buddhist symbolism. I'm not that familiar with Buddhism but am intrigued by the link.

[Stephanie Elizabeth]

I am currently reading the book, and I find it extremely difficult. I don't have a strong understanding of the Bible to begin with, and seeing as this books aims to compare and contrast, I have my work cut out for me!

[Selasi Alexander]

The book deviates from what the holy bible teaches, when you follow this book critically you will find yourself in limbo.

[Amanda Deck]

I tried it but found it totally incomprehensible. I'm having a hard time even explaining how completely I got nothing out of it. Too bad, I was looking forward to it, but it takes a translation into English that has no real meaning and explains it as a metaphor that...still has no meaning. Yes, I gleaned a thought or two but there's no way I could wade through that.

[Abacus]

I found the book compelling. Whaler seems completely sincere and lays out an excellent discussion. There has been a National Geographic TV program a few years ago. Religion is not free from political bias, or church bias, so it needs experts on both sides to present the cdifferent ideas. I recommend it to people who are religious, philosophical and history buffs, as I am sure their is more to learn. It gets 4 out of 4 stars from me.

[Agnes Masobeng]

Misreading Judas has new ideas about Judas and gow he sacrificed himself to be one wlith the Master (Jesus). These new ideas, unfortunately I'm not open to consider them. I'll preserve my rating otherwise I'll rate it based on my feelings, biases and prejudices. And it will be unfair to the author who did so much research to make the book a success.

[Shilpa Paul]

I am not a Christian. But have read and heard stories about Christ. I belong to a religion where we worship many God's. Over the years the meaning and interpretations of the holy text, beliefs, culture and traditions have drastically changed. This is inevitable. I love reading books that challenge age old beliefs. Although controversial such facts should definitely be considered with an open mind. I loved reading Dan brown and hope to enjoy this book as well. Good luck to Robert Wahler for his book.

[Mely918]

I definitely find the topic of this book interesting. It's certainly good to get a different perspective on Judas, who doesn't get a good reputation in the Bible at all. However, I don't think this will be a book that I'll read anytime soon. I'm sure the right audience will great enjoy this book though.

[Amy+++]

The book seems well thought out and organized, but I'm not religious so I don't know how I feel.

[jimthorne2]

Well, Abacus, sincerity is not equivalent to truth. A discussion doesn't necessarily lead to truth. There are many sincere writers. That doesn't mean that they write truth. Just because it is written doesn't mean it is true.

[Theresa Moffitt]

This sounds like a very thought-provoking book. It really looks at religious events From a different perspective. The author seems to have done a considerable amount of research in defense of his position and opinion.

[Roxanne Thomas]

When God made man He gave them free will. I believe everyone is entitled to his/her opinion and interpretation of the Bible and it's events. I have head one story in the Bible interpreted differently by different Religion. I have not completed reading the book but so far it's interesting and had raised many intriguing questions.