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Summary: a good book for the scholar and non-scholar alike
Review: This is a very concise book on probably the most controversial issue facing Christians, homosexuals, and homosexual Christians. Dr. Helminiak accurately describes the faults with modern translations/interpretations of the Bible. He reminds readers that the Bible must be read in its entirety keeping in mind the original intentions of the authors. A critical analysis of any Biblical passage takes almost scholarly effort. Dr. Helminiak has compiled the works of many scholars along with his own comments to provide the non-scholar with an easily readable book on a very intense subject. I've read books and articles on both sides of the issue and this one is the best by far!
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Summary: Clarifies the context of Bible references on the subject.
Review: This small book is an excellent source of scholarly understanding of how the Bible speaks on this subject. By looking at paralell examples of the ways in which certain words are used it becomes clear that the writers were not using the expressions in the way we understand them today. Helmeniak points out that the word Homosexual first appears in the nineteenth century which makes it unlikely that the concept as we understand it even existed when the Bible was written. He also observes that many other behaviors are subjected the same or similar proscriptions which we uniformly consider absurd in today's culture. For example: a woman in a red dress is an abomination as is eating shrimp. Yet it is only homosexuality that carries that stamp today. I consider the book an excellent resource for any person who is struggling with their homosexual feelings, or those of a friend or family member because of the Bible's apparent condemnation. For example, Helminiak points out that Paul had no example of loving, committed Gay partners to observe so he could not possibly have been refering to such relationships when he denounces the practice.
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Summary: When you need an answer to"You should repent of your sin
Review: Those who believe the Bible is the literal word of God, need to remember that it was written and translated by many people. If you are comfortable in your faith it will not be shaken by taking a further look at the story of Lot and Sodom, and St. Paul's letters. Remember that Paul also told women to be silent in church and slaves to obey their masters. You might want to read "From Wounded Hearts..." Each of the fifty chapters is written by people of faith who struggled with homosexuality in themselves or someone they loved. Available from Amazon.com
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Summary: What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality
Review: When I first started reading this book, I thought it was just someone trying to justify their lifestyle. I am gay and didn't know if I could be a Christian or not. Upon reading this book, I was surprised at the content and discovered without a shadow of a doubt, I can be gay and Christian. It was refreshing to read the scripture based upon the original writings. This book was factual and encouraging. I would recommend it for your own personal reading as well as to pass around to others.
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Summary: Not quite exhaustive but somewhat exhausting
Review: While this book shines in its thoroughness, it fails to make a cohesive argument as a whole. Often several pages are spent examning the smallest of details of a Biblical passage, yielding a very insubstantial conclusion when a more concise and incontrovertible argument could be made more easily.Additionally, the author often takes a very patronizing tone towards Biblical literalists, and wastes a lot of time explaining why Biblical literalism is simply wrong. This tone, which starts with the foreword by Shelby Spong, would be an instant turn-off to those who need to hear the message most. While I would recommend this book to those wanting to broaden their knowledge, I would not recommend it to conservative Christians questioning their sexuality, nor to their families. Instead, I recommend The Children Are Free by Jeff Miner, et al. It is far more concise, respectful, and convincing.
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Summary: Not quite exhaustive but somewhat exhausting
Review: While this book shines in its thoroughness, it fails to make a cohesive argument as a whole. Often several pages are spent examning the smallest of details of a Biblical passage, yielding a very insubstantial conclusion when a more concise and incontrovertible argument could be made more easily. Additionally, the author often takes a very patronizing tone towards Biblical literalists, and wastes a lot of time explaining why Biblical literalism is simply wrong. This tone, which starts with the foreword by Shelby Spong, would be an instant turn-off to those who need to hear the message most. While I would recommend this book to those wanting to broaden their knowledge, I would not recommend it to conservative Christians questioning their sexuality, nor to their families. Instead, I recommend The Children Are Free by Jeff Miner, et al. It is far more concise, respectful, and convincing.
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