This book is a good start if you have some questions regarding how our modern day bible came to be. However, I wouldn't use it as your only source. I like how he gives you an idea as to his strict background and how some of his ideas changed as he began to question the text. There are many instances where the author mentions examples of certain concepts and will cite the text, but doesn't show the text. Since we don't have easy access to these historical bibles (nor can I read Greek or Latin) it would be nice if he provided a translation of the text he is referring to, otherwise we are supposed to take his word for it.
This book raises some interesting questions regarding the formation of the bible and how numerous interpretations have altered the text over many centuries. It is important for it to be translated accurately, one physical example of that would be Michelangelo's Moses with horns. It also raises many questions in regards to the origin of the text. If the New Testament books were written at least a century after the people who had spoken the words how can you trust the accuracy of even the earliest existing documents? Really this book helps open your eyes and makes you wonder why more modern day followers of these religions don't know or choose to ignore the history behind their main source. Next I want to learn about how the Torah was put together, and find more viewpoints on Bible history.
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