Advice for an absolute MUST read book list?
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I guess it doesn't have to be a book. This is the list of the ones I've read/listened to so far that I think are tremendously interesting or important (I know, it's a short list):
World Without Cancer, by G. Edward Griffin,
The Creature from Jekyll Island, by G. Edward Griffin,
Borax Conspiracy (article: https://pforlife.com/borax-conspiracy.html)
Currently I'm listening to Tragedy and Hope 101 by Joseph Plummer (if you're familiar with Tragedy and Hope by Carroll Quigley, this is just a synthesis of that long and difficult to find book.) Additionally I'm planning on reading The Real Lincoln by Thomas DiLorenzo next.
If you have any strong recommendations, please share!
Piggybacking on top comment here, but just wanted my 2c worth, since you listed the Bible as #1. Many on here would agree with that, and I don't disagree. However, TGA is also a movement to return to God. If you're a fledgling Christian like myself and want to dip your toes in, I'd personally recommend Mere Christianity by CS Lewis - over just sitting down and reading the Bible from page 1 Genesis.
While this forum should be our wakeup call, many are still uncertain and diving straight into the Bible can look overwhelming. Some folks probably can, but if you're reading King James "best" Version, it's just another hurdle to overcome for someone new.
Mere Christianity makes the logical case for God and relates in a different way, to bring folks onboard. CS Lewis originally did radio shows during WWII London and that's where it originated.
Too many great recommendations in this thread overall!
The synopsis sounds right up my alley lol. Couple reviews on it call it a conspiracy theorists wet dream....guess wanting to know the truth is a bad thing! USA was well on our way to destabilization before WWII, but WWII allowed the Cabal to ramp up their agenda. The "Crime of 1873" comes to mind, in particular, since this book talks about the banking elites.
Yes...I agree...never read it...first time hearing about this book, but I don't think we can know enough about the history of the Synagogue of satan! Ordering a copy now...
I’m re-reading this (via audiobook) - and I agree. Also, I’m listening to the Hillsdale CS Lewis course (they have many free courses online) and it’s very good.
"The Conscious Universe" by Dean Radin.
Man I love Dean Radin, the random number generator stuff is fucking fascinating
Agreed that reading the Bible will be a daunting task for most.
Cover to cover is likely not the best way to go about it. Starting with something more easily readable such as the Gospel of John might be a better place to start.
Additionally, using a guide such as "How to Read the Bible for All It's Worth" and/or "How to Read the Bible Book by Book" can be helpful for beginning to understand the rhetorical and cultural issues that can make understanding difficult.
My friend who has been coaching me along (blessed to have him - no coincidences!) gave me a normal Bible and a study version, where the bottom half of the page will be filled with insight on the particular verse/chapter and have references to other books/chapter/verses. That would probably be helpful to some. Also, he recommends, as you are, to start off by reading Gospel of John.
I'll have to check out your references as well, so thank you!
A study Bible is also a great tool - somewhat similar to the books that I mentioned in that it can give you some of the necessary background knowledge necessary to reduce the problems created from reading a text from another era, from another culture, with a rhetorical style that is unlike what we are used to today.
The Gospel of John is a great starting place because not only does the message of John summarize the entire Bible, but John's writing style is quite accessible.
That is not to say that John is simplistic. The Gospel of John is a literary masterpiece with many connections within itself and with the Old Testament. Some of these connections are explicitly stated, but most require reflection.
Really appreciate the advice here. I'm reading the English Standard Version and from the research I've done, it seems to be a "decent" version, compared to some of the other versions out there. KJV seems to be the gold standard around here and I've read blogs where that's the version they tout. Any commentary on that?
There is a podcast called 66/40 by Chuck missler. During the weekdays they upload a 20 minute daily overview of a chapter in the Bible. Right now we are just starting the book of psalms. You read the passages in your Bible then listen to the podcast which gives you a detailed overview of the passage, it’s history, it’s author, it’s context, it’s translation, it’s application to today.
Excellent point...Start with the Gospel of John
Agreed! Also “The Shack” really helped me. It’s a little far out but it helps when dealing with grief from a Christian perspective.
I'll have to pass this along to someone I know (and check it out myself), as I bet it could help them out - thank you!
Lee Strobel's The Case for Christ.
Thanks, I'll check this one out! This might be the book my friend mentioned where there was a guy who went to disprove there was a God and ended up being converted to Christianity in the process?
Yes! He was an athiest. As a journalist, he went at it trying to disprove it and basically convinced himself. He has many titles, but Case for Christ has always been my favorite.
Ah, awesome! My friend mentioned that one to me as well. Yet another one to add to the reading list lol. Thanks fren.