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Review by Caribqueen16 -- Who Told You That You Were Naked?
[Following is a volunteer review of "Who Told You That You Were Naked?" by William Combs.]
4 out of 4 stars
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The author, Williams E. Combs gave us an overview of biblical teachings and writings in the book, Who Told You That You Were Naked . The author first introduced his readers to his childhood. He reflected on his initial encounter with 'the light'. His child-like mind was able to differentiate between the darkness and the eventual spectacular display of lights in the sky. His building blocks of truth started from that time and he was no longer afraid of the dark. He began to look for the creator of the spiritual light. Chapter one began with the first man and woman in he world, namely Adam and Eve. It spoke of Adam's idyllic life before the woman's creation. His relationship with his creator God was perfect. He enjoyed all that God had given him and was even allowed to name all the animals on the earth. The first marriage was instituted by God in the garden of Eden when the woman was created. Adam later named her Eve.
William E. Combs related about the entrance of sin in the world after Adam and Eve disobeyed God in the garden of Eden. Their relationship with God was severed and they realized their nakedness after the disobedient act of eating the forbidden fruit. The author addressed nakedness, but throughout the book he emphasized mainly about faith. He incorporated study questions for discussion at the end of each chapter. I believe that these questions and forthcoming answers could further assist in the study of the bible. William Combs' creativity and vivid imagination were expressed well. However, in chapter one, his fictitious story spoke of capture and death of animals although death was not present before sin entered the world. This was further reinforced on page twelve when God gave the couple dominion over the earth and everything upon it.
Readers are encouraged to continue examination of their spiritual lives and their relationship with God. He mentioned that Adam's lack of faith in God caused him to disobey God's command, therefore we are advised to rule our emotions so we would not be tempted to sin. The book is based on fundamental truths of the bible, which was written through the eyes of the author. A Refreshing Reexamination of the Garden of Eden, is part of the title which stirred the imagination of the author, who started chapter one with a fictitious story. It is hoped that young readers between 14 and 16 years would understand his embellished re-enactment of Adam's first days on earth.
I dislike the extravagant theological writings in chapter ten. Combs speaks about the nature and meaning of sin but it is long-winded and the reader's interest can wane. Also as mentioned before, the book deals with man's faith rather than nakedness, even though he explained the conditions whereby humans could consider themselves 'naked'. This does not take away from the professionalism of the book. Christians may appreciate the endorsement that there is a need to be covered with the righteousness of Christ as sin is overcome in the flesh. God's grace is sufficient for all. Who Told You That You Were Naked may be considered fiction by atheists and unbelievers but it is enjoyable and clean reading. No errors were recognized. It was well edited and can be well received. The target audience should be fourteen years to adulthood. I rate this book four out of four stars .
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4 out of 4 stars
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The author, Williams E. Combs gave us an overview of biblical teachings and writings in the book, Who Told You That You Were Naked . The author first introduced his readers to his childhood. He reflected on his initial encounter with 'the light'. His child-like mind was able to differentiate between the darkness and the eventual spectacular display of lights in the sky. His building blocks of truth started from that time and he was no longer afraid of the dark. He began to look for the creator of the spiritual light. Chapter one began with the first man and woman in he world, namely Adam and Eve. It spoke of Adam's idyllic life before the woman's creation. His relationship with his creator God was perfect. He enjoyed all that God had given him and was even allowed to name all the animals on the earth. The first marriage was instituted by God in the garden of Eden when the woman was created. Adam later named her Eve.
William E. Combs related about the entrance of sin in the world after Adam and Eve disobeyed God in the garden of Eden. Their relationship with God was severed and they realized their nakedness after the disobedient act of eating the forbidden fruit. The author addressed nakedness, but throughout the book he emphasized mainly about faith. He incorporated study questions for discussion at the end of each chapter. I believe that these questions and forthcoming answers could further assist in the study of the bible. William Combs' creativity and vivid imagination were expressed well. However, in chapter one, his fictitious story spoke of capture and death of animals although death was not present before sin entered the world. This was further reinforced on page twelve when God gave the couple dominion over the earth and everything upon it.
Readers are encouraged to continue examination of their spiritual lives and their relationship with God. He mentioned that Adam's lack of faith in God caused him to disobey God's command, therefore we are advised to rule our emotions so we would not be tempted to sin. The book is based on fundamental truths of the bible, which was written through the eyes of the author. A Refreshing Reexamination of the Garden of Eden, is part of the title which stirred the imagination of the author, who started chapter one with a fictitious story. It is hoped that young readers between 14 and 16 years would understand his embellished re-enactment of Adam's first days on earth.
I dislike the extravagant theological writings in chapter ten. Combs speaks about the nature and meaning of sin but it is long-winded and the reader's interest can wane. Also as mentioned before, the book deals with man's faith rather than nakedness, even though he explained the conditions whereby humans could consider themselves 'naked'. This does not take away from the professionalism of the book. Christians may appreciate the endorsement that there is a need to be covered with the righteousness of Christ as sin is overcome in the flesh. God's grace is sufficient for all. Who Told You That You Were Naked may be considered fiction by atheists and unbelievers but it is enjoyable and clean reading. No errors were recognized. It was well edited and can be well received. The target audience should be fourteen years to adulthood. I rate this book four out of four stars .
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