Members with This Book
Most Helpful Reviews
see all reviews
Liked It “The source for the overblown biblical movie, yet the book is far more thoughtful and nuanced. Marcellus, the Roman tribune tasked with executing Jesus, resembles a modern day intellectual cynic. As he traverses Palestine, trying to find a "rational" explanation for what has occurred, his...” see full review » see other reviews » |
Newest Reviews
see all reviews-
“A tale of what Christianity was like after Christ ascended.”
Elisha S wrote this review 2 weeks ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“The source for the overblown biblical movie, yet the book is far more thoughtful and nuanced. Marcellus, the Roman tribune tasked with executing Jesus, resembles a modern day intellectual cynic. As he traverses Palestine, trying to find a "rational" explanation for what has occurred, his encounters with the followers of Jesus lead to his spiritual awakening.”
Lesley W wrote this review Monday, November 23 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Here is the Shelfari review:
Bill C wrote this review Saturday, November 21 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Roman soldier, Marcellus, wins Christ's robe as a gambling prize. He then sets forth on a quest to find the truth about the Nazarene's robe-a quest that reaches to the very roots and heart of Christianity and is set against the vividly limned background of ancient Rome. Here is a timeless story of adventure, faith, and romance, a tale of spiritual longing and ultimate redemption.
”
“This is a must read. It really gets to the heart of Christianity; it brings life to Christ through the robe he wore that was carried by one of the soldiers who crucified Him. It's a journey for this soldier - from being so callous he could cast lots for the clothing of a man dying just above him to being so full of love for Jesus that he gives his own life in His Name.”
Becca wrote this review Wednesday, October 21 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I absolutly loved it! I think its perfect for someone who really doesn't understand what an impact Jesus made on not just the Jewish people but on everyone else like the Romans and the Greeks. I'd recommend it to anyone.”
Frankie wrote this review Monday, September 28 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Excellent, thought provoking, well researched.”
Susan H wrote this review Wednesday, September 16 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Historical fiction about the Centurion who won Christ's robe by casting lots. His experiences as he discovers who the man Jesus really was brings a deeper meaning into his life. It isn't "light" reading but it makes you think about the ministry of Jesus Christ.”
Karen D wrote this review Sunday, September 13 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Wonderful book to read.”
Roberta and Lee M wrote this review Thursday, September 10 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
