Review by Rennice -- Who Told You That You Were Naked?

[Rennice]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Who Told You That You Were Naked?" by William Combs.]

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3 out of 4 stars

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William Combs writes a beautiful interpretation of the bible in his book “Who Told You That You Were Naked?” He presents a revision of the book of Genesis, focusing on the creation story. He also discusses stories from other books of the bible, which he uses to convey his message of salvation.

William’s analysis of the events are more detailed than the scriptures, but it does not feel as if he is misrepresenting the bible. Instead, it feels like he is filling in the dots where the bible lacked detail. With the use of study questions, his style of writing reminds me of bible studies. He goes through the verses and gives contextual meaning. I think this provides the reader with a clear understanding of the scriptures.

I like how he uses other scriptures to support any views he mentions. Also, the use of personal testimonies shows how relatable William is. As a believer myself, I think you are better able to connect with his message when you can relate to his experiences. I think his style of writing is a form of ministering where he highlights how God guides his own life and how God can also guide the reader.

I have personally read the book of Genesis before, but he presents another side of the story I have never considered. Throughout his assessment of the events, I began to look closer at how sin affected God, Adam and Eve. I knew that eating the apple created mistrust between God and Adam, but I never thought about how this must have affected Adam and Eve's relationship. William uses this book to minister to the reader; he talks about learning to trust God, following Jesus and gaining eternal life. I think this results in the reader gaining the opportunity to reexamine their faith.

I liked how he defined terms within the context of his message, making it easier to read and understand. On the other hand, I think the book was not congruent. I was lost at times and was not sure how one message related to the next, especially since I thought the main discussion was about Adam and Eve. Overall, I rate this book 3 out of 4 stars because I did not see a continuous theme to follow throughout the book. I would recommend this book to individuals interested in religious material. I think this is a perfect read for adolescents and adults alike.

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Who Told You That You Were Naked?
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