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My G-d, What a Selection!
To impose order, I am going to showcase books by genres. Today, because the sky is blue, I am starting with religion.
Skip the Chronicles of Narnia, this is Lewis’ best book. However you feel about Lewis and his version of the afterlife, The Great Divorce will leave you thinking about what comes after death and the importance of the choices you make long after you put it down.
I have already mentioned on this blog how much I love this book, but I just had to include it again. If you’ve read The Da Vinci Code, or even just heard about the Catholic group Opus Dei, this book will answer any questions you have regarding its beliefs or acts.
Cinema Nirvana looks at films through a Buddhist lens. Multiple comparative religion classes left me with far less knowledge than this one book. Not to mention that while reading, it’s impossible not to fall in love with the author and his unique take on life.
No God but God is the best book I have ever read on the history of Islam. And I’ve read my share.
How could I recommend religious books without asking Sharon for her opinion?
Here are two books she thinks you should read.
“I love this one because it gives historical and literary information about the Bible that helps the reader better understand the context and meaning of the text.”
“This was our high school comparative religion teacher’s favorite book.”
This is not the most comprehensive, nor significant list of religious books – and it certainly isn’t required reading. But if you have some free time and a desire to learn a little, these are what I recommend.
