A Certain Jesus
Volumes 1,2, and
3
New Edition With Biblical and Liturgical References for
Pastoral Use
The
English translation of Un Tal Jesus
by Jose Ignacio and Maria Lopez Vigil This book offers a new approach
to appreciating the life of Jesus. The first part of each chapter is in
dialogue form in an up-to-date conversational language. This makes the
reader realize that Jesus was once a very ordinary guy, a typical man
in his time. The last part of each chapter contains an explanation of
the biblical references, thus giving one the perspective for reflection.
A GLIMPSE OF THE THREE VOLUMES
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some excerpts of this book:
Assumption
of Mary • Seventy
Times Seven • The
Messiah's Staff
Vol. One (Chapters 1-5)
No. 798-3, 428 pp.
U$ 18.95, PhP 219
Jesus goes to the Jordan to listen to John the Baptist. There he meets Peter, John and Andrew.... The news of John's imprisonment kindles his desire to do something for his people. Thus the spark: He must take over, and with a group of friends, he must awaken the spirit of the poor, telling them that God is on their side, fighting shoulder to shoulder with them. He forms his group in Capernaum, and through words and signs, presents God's plan for humankind. Jesus gradually finds himself at the helm of a people, hungry and thirsty for justice, who in turn, see in God, a Father, a Liberator and a Friend.
Vol. Two (Chapters 52-99 )
No. 799-1, 448 pp.
U$ 18.95, PhP219
Jesus' activities in Capernaum and in the towns of Galilee, includinghis journeys to Jerusalem in the company of his twelve friends, where people meet them and follow them, prove that Jesus is a true leader of the people, a great prophet. His word becomes more and more intense as he criticizes the ambition and egoism of the rulers, while proclaiming the liberation of the poor. It is a liberation that will find realization in a new society, that is communitarian and fraternal, where everyone is equal, where no-one has more and others less. The conflicts among the ruling class - the priests, landowners and officials - become more accentuated, day by day. Jesus and his friends are fully aware of the calumny, the threats, persecution and the clandestine activities against them.
Vol. Three (Chapters 100-144)
No. 801-7, 448 pp.
U$ 18.95, PhP 219
Jesus' last journey to Jerusalem culminates in his arrest and death.The Romans as well as the religious authorities of the capital join hands to silence the threatening voice of the prophet. Jesus became prisoner, was tortured and in his death, experienced the weakness and helplessness of those who have fought for justice, against the seemingly powerful and invincible rulers of this world. The God of life, who does not allow the unjust to have the last word, resurrected Jesus from the dead: this is the experience that Jesus' friends transmit to us. The first Christian community is built on this faith.
About the Author:
Jose
Ignacio and Maria Lopez Vigil
are brother and sister. Jose, was assigned for 15 years in various Latin
American countries and in Belgium. He worked in radio stations to promote
the peasants' cause in the Dominican Republic. Maria, on the other hand,
is a journalist specializing in issues of the Latin American church.
Imprint:
Claretian Publications
Rights: World except North America, Polish and Chinese
Category: Scripture - Christology / Spirituality