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Summary: No longer shall you be called "forsaken" ...
Review: Margaret Starbird's book is sacred water for all of us who have wandered in the dry wasteland that promotes separation/alienation/dismissal of the Woman in the Church, in Institutions. Her book is divinely inspired and deeply researched in order to break through layers of hidden truths. Finally, we have a true mystical woman sharing the journey of the Song of Songs, searching, agonizing, wandering to find her Beloved - and all of us can rejoice in the journey! Her book is filled with synchronicities,inspirations, etc., all of which are in keeping with the underlying principle of Universal connectedness and mysticism. I believe her message is a MUST read - as a Church, as a culture, we must be willing to reclaim the Bride of Christ, to shift the paradigm of Holy Mother Church and Son to Husband and Wife, Do we have ears to hear? Let your heart be broken open by this book - it could change your life!
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Summary: The Evidence You've Been Seeking
Review: Margaret Starbird's eternal quest for knowledge that has been previously hidden, is a true testimony to her faithful love of the truth. Despite the cost to her family and personal life, Margaret steps out of personal boundaries to present the most updated facts about Mary Magdalene's secret exsistence and her true relationship with Jesus. A must read to find all that rings true within you! Bravo for your bravery Margaret!
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Summary: Sacred Story - Sacred Search
Review: Margaret Starbird's style of research, her way of prayer, and her insistence on serving only truth are so rare in today's world as to be easily misunderstood. This book gives a glimpse into her journey and the amazing courage it took to stand shoulder to shoulder with truth despite the personal cost. By sharing searingly personal information about the ways that God led her to her discoveries, she makes herself vulnerable to critics who have never understood what it means to sacrifice everything for God's sake. But the descent she made into darkness only strengthened her as God's testing strengthens all who accept it. She brings us an image of ancient symbols and ancient ways of wisdom made fresh again for today when they are so needed in a world gone dry. If one knows how to drink from this rich well-spring, let them drink! Margaret's message is not meant to destroy the faith of her youth, but to restore its lifegiving vitality.
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Summary: The Goddess in the Gospels
Review: Once the Reader gets past the first couple of choppy chapters, the story begins in earnest. Starbird is articulate and heartful, however the book is poorly edited. I was turned off by the shear volume of exclamation points per page. Once I got over that, I was able to appreciate the writer's valuable tale.One ruthless yet compassionate editor could give this book a more universal appeal. Deffinately a book worth reading for truth seekers. aloha.
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Summary: The Goddess in the Gospels
Review: Once the Reader gets past the first couple of choppy chapters, the story begins in earnest. Starbird is articulate and heartful, however the book is poorly edited. I was turned off by the shear volume of exclamation points per page. Once I got over that, I was able to appreciate the writer's valuable tale. One ruthless yet compassionate editor could give this book a more universal appeal. Deffinately a book worth reading for truth seekers. aloha.
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Summary: A Courageous Spiritual Search
Review: The Goddess in the Gospels is not a history-- it is the story of a spiritual quest and should be read as such. Starbird's journey reflects that of many men and women who have sought a deeper spiritual connection and arrived at the belief that a new paradigm-- that of male-female partnership-- is needed in the temporal and spiritual realms. Interestingly, Starbird's thesis is reflected in Native American wisdom teachings and in the Jewish Kabbalah, as well as in
secular studies such as "The Chalice and the Blade". This memoir extends the concept of a shared male-female paradigm to a Christian context, and is important in this respect. Note that this book is a memoir, and should be read as such. Those interested in evidence that supports Starbird's thesis are best directed to her Woman with the Alabaster Jar, and the extensive bibliography provided therein. In addition, Starbird has clearly been in the vanguard of spiritual exploration-- her efforts began during the 1970s and have extended over a period of close to 30 years. Thus, her views should be of interest to those who have embarked more recently on a spiritual quest.
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Summary: Worth reading
Review: There is enough evidence here to "imply" that Mary was exactly who Starbird says she was, but unfortunately, like many religious feminists, (of which I am one) Starbird has tried a bit too hard to prove this using a far-fetched theory to support her ideas. This was not necessary because hard scientific evidence does exist which would have better withstood the scrutiny of scpetics. However, the author is on the right track and I believe this book will contribute to the next phase of evolution in the now crumbling christian empire. Perhaps through Mary it will be reborn into a viable faith for modern, civillized humanity.
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Summary: Women of power
Review: This is a book that explains how women have had their impact distorted by male historians and male interpretations and male power structure. I recommend this. You should also read Ken Agori's novel about the Cursades which explains the role of Mary Magdalen and women in the mystical oders.
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Summary: Excellent but Speculative
Review: This was an excellent, satisfying read. Starbird's assertions are fascinating, but sometimes she makes a big leap of faith not supported by the facts. nevertheless, an excellent read
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Summary: Don't Read This Book First
Review: To get the most out of Margaret Starbird's personal religious journey memoir, please read her other more scholarly works first. It will be less confusing for you. Otherwise, it is a good read on what one might go through when taking a leap of faith in a completely different direction.
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