Joseph F. Girzone
Paperback | Pages: 288 pages Rating: 4 | 4105 Users | 427 Reviews
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| Original Title: | Joshua |
| ISBN: | 0684813467 (ISBN13: 9780684813462) |
| Edition Language: | English |
| Series: | Joshua |
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Rooted in a scrupulously accurate reading of scripture, Joshua is a profoundly moving, deeply inspiring book that no reader will ever forget.Sometimes it happens. After two thousand years, the human race may be given a second chance.
When Joshua moves to a small cabin on the edge of town, the local people are mystified by his presence. A quiet and simple man, Joshua appears to seek nothing for himself. He supports himself by working as a carpenter. He charges very little for his services, yet his craftsmanship is exquisite. The statue of Moses that he carves for the local synagogue prompts amazement as well as consternation.
What are the townsfolk to make of this enigmatic stranger? Some people report having seen him carry a huge cherry log on his shoulders effortlessly. Still others talk about the child in a poor part of town who was dreadfully ill but, after Joshua’s visit, recovered completely.
Despite his benevolence and selfless work in the community, some remain suspicious. Finally, in an effort to address the community’s doubts, Joshua is confronted by the local church leaders.
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| Title | : | Joshua (Joshua) |
| Author | : | Joseph F. Girzone |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | Anniversary Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 288 pages |
| Published | : | April 1st 1995 by Scribner (first published 1983) |
| Categories | : | Fiction. Christian Fiction. Christian. Religion. Spirituality |
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Ratings: 4 From 4105 Users | 427 ReviewsColumn Appertaining To Books Joshua (Joshua)
I have just finished this book for the third time and still love this story as I did from the very first perusal. Father Girzone retells the story of Christ through Joshua, a young man who moves into a small town in New York State. Joshua lives a simple life, making friends easily and winning the hearts of the neighborhood children. Everyone loves Joshua but people are mystified by him, wanting to learn more but reluctant to pry. Joshua, fortunately, makes himself easily accessible and becomesI love this book ! I've read it a couple of times because it just made feel good.this one well always be on my book shelf to be read again.
I have some mixed feelings about this book. Portraying Jesus in a modern setting is risky business. Sometimes I think there's a little too much of Fr. Girzone in Joshua, but I'm sure that there is also plenty of Jesus in Fr. Girzone. He has a good and thought-provoking message, one that is simply and clearly stated (if often too repetitive) so that many people will be able to understand it and think seriously about it. As an elaborate parable, the story conveys some important messages.The
This book really is a "parable for today." The book is about Jesus coming back to Earth and visiting a small town, acting under the disguise of an unassuming carpenter. But quickly, the members of the small community realize that his modest facade hides a deep understanding of faith. People start gathering to hear him speak, and he quickly gains a following... sound familiar? His words and actions have a profound and wide-ranging effect on the members of this small town and beyond (he is
FANTASTIC. Seriously, such a profound book. Former priest, Girzone, wrote a parable - a what if Jesus were to return during modern day - and the Catholic church was like the Pharisees/Sadducees of old. Mind-blowingly good. How the tables turn (the Jewish people that Joseph meet are compelled by him and warmly embrace him, as well as many seeking acceptance and more in life) and what Christianity is supposed to be about - not religious dogma, but rather a freedom in God. There were SO many good
Inspiring and heartwarming...but a bit dull, and edgier than one would expect for a novel like this.
These kind of book reviews split me in two. Theres the believer point-of-view and then theres literary criticism. Can I separate the two here? If you love the subject matter, in this case it is Jesus, can you really be objective in a review?I guess I just have to go with how this book moved me. I read it twice which says a lot. Each time I got something out of it. I didnt agree with all of it, but I did agree with most of it.Girzones style is kind of simplistic - or is it? The conversations
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