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Summary: Christian Book Previews
Review: ?With many similar parables Jesus spoke the word to them, as much as they could understand?- Mark 4:33. Jesus used parables throughout his ministry and Terry Felber?s book The Legend of The Monk and The Merchant shows that parables can still teach lessons today. In Legend, wealthy businessman Antonio shares the twelve principles of his success.
The story centers around the twelve principles and has example from Antonio?s life to illustrate each. The principles stress the importance of perseverance and responsible handling of money.
As Antonio shares his life story with his grandson Julio the reader learns how Antonio went from being the foster son of a monk to one of the most influential merchants in Italy. Principle one ?work hard and God will proper you? is illustrated by Antonio?s invention of Venice?s trade currency, which is the source of his fortune My favorite part of the book was the surprise ending that tells what Antonio did with his money.
Despite the good message the book has a few problems. The characters are very underdeveloped and the Renaissance Italy setting clashes with the modern concepts and speech.
I believe this book would be enjoyed most by those who view it as a pleasant way to learn business principles, rather than by those who read for entertainment. Though it?s not Pilgrim?s Progress, The Legend of The Monk and The Merchant is worthy to stand with such great business parables as Who Moved My Cheese? and The Go-getter. ? Amy Stoller, Christian Book Previews.com
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Summary: If You Like Og Mandino
Review: If you like Og Mandino and his classic success books written in story style, you'll love this one. I picked up the book to read for it's content and then couldn't put it down. Terry Felber skillfully weaves life-changing principles with a captivating story. No matter who you are, you'll appreciate the wit and wisdom of this success parable.
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Summary: Kobi's Review
Review: The Legend of the Monk and the Merchant tells about a grandfathher who passes on his keys to sucess to his grandson.
This book is great for people over the ages of ten.
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Summary: Empowering God's People
Review: This book is important for Godly business people in that it equips them with Scripture on God's willingness to proper their endeavors. It also encourages these business people in a Godly balance, understanding that God must come first, and that they are involved in a partnership with ministry people to further God's kingdom. This book is important for ministry people in that it teaches them to bless business people, and not judge them for not being ministry people. The teaching is gently woven through an engaging story-line that makes the book a page-turner. You won't be able to put it down...
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Summary: If you read one entire book this year, make it this one.
Review: This is a powerful little book that can produce lasting benefits for you and your family.
If you're serious about being successful and fulfilling your purpose in life, then this is a book you absolutely MUST get and read. True wealth gives you the freedom to use your time, money, and talents to enjoy life and make a difference for others. During this story, Michelangelo is painting a ceiling mural, which now has become one the most treasured and enjoyed works of art in the entire world. Yet, Michelangelo could not have done it without financial backing. Somebody had to pay him. And more significantly, who was it that financed the grand and ornate Saint Peters Cathedral, which became Michelangelo's canvas? You'll have to read the book to find the complete answer, but I'll give you a hint . . . Long ago a Merchant, who was orphaned and raised by a Monk, used his talents to make a lot of money (glass beads actually) and he
faithfully used his money to make our world more beautiful and a better place to live. How could a humble merchant make enough money so that donating a portion of it could build a grand and beautiful cathedral? But, that was then. Who will finance such dreams today - the kind that require $millions? Think about it my friend, your desire to be wealthy is a righteous thing. You desire to use your talents in earn money could mean someday you are able to - ** fund the research that eradicates crippling diseases, ** finance the degree of the person who comes up with the method to stop hunger. ** pay for the creation of a non-polluting energy sources, or As you become wealthier, you'll be able to donate more. You might begin with supporting your local food pantry, but as you stick to the Merchant's principles, you will eventually have enough to make your BIG dreams become a reality!! But first, you must know the Merchant's principles that make people wealthy. And, you're in luck!! Terry Felber has simplified things for us. Through this masterful story, he's made the '12 Principles For Successful Living' easy to remember and follow. This book is written in the touching and memorable storytelling style of Og Mandino, and is sure to become a classic. Honestly, it's a fun way to learn the secrets of creating wealth. It's full of intrigue and it transports you back in time to a place of pirates, clashing empires, and an opulent Venetian lifestyle. Give yourself a gift you'll love. Begin the process of successfully creating wealth so you and your family can make the difference you were meant to make. It's time to begin thinking like a Merchant all the time. What you should be more concerned about is this . . . "What will happen if you don't get this book?" No seed - No harvest No investment - No reward
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