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We Who Wrestle With God

Perceptions of the Divine

Jordan B Peterson author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:19th Nov '24

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This book offers a deep exploration of Biblical stories, revealing their significance in shaping our understanding of society and self. We Who Wrestle With God encourages personal reflection and spiritual growth.

In We Who Wrestle With God, Jordan B. Peterson, a prominent psychologist and author, takes readers on an enlightening journey through the foundational stories of the Western world. He delves into Biblical narratives that explore themes of rebellion, sacrifice, suffering, and triumph, which have shaped our cultural and psychological landscapes. Through the tales of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah, and the Tower of Babel, Peterson invites us to ponder the deeper meanings behind these ancient texts and their relevance to our contemporary lives.

The book encourages readers to reflect on the forces that have crafted these stories over centuries and how they continue to unify and inspire us. By examining these narratives, Peterson aims to shed light on the structure of our souls and societies, urging us to see ourselves and others with fresh perspectives. He emphasizes the importance of understanding these stories, not just as religious texts, but as essential components of our shared human experience.

As we follow characters like Elijah, who seeks the Voice of God within himself, and Jonah, who confronts his own failings, we are prompted to align our intentions and purpose. We Who Wrestle With God is an invitation to embark on a profound exploration of the greatest stories ever told, challenging us to engage with the divine and wrestle with the complexities of our existence.

Whether in your eyes the author ranks as prophet or provocateur, you should read this outstanding study … there is rich substance underlying it -- Rupert Shortt * Spectator *
Jordan Peterson wrestles with God – and the result is worth watching * Telegraph *
[A] brilliant new book -- Tim Stanley * Daily Telegraph *
Engrossing rewarding … Jordan Peterson wrestles with God and the result is one for the ages … the reader is encouraged to buckle down and choose his or her own adventure -- Nina Power * Sunday Telegraph *
At a time when so many of the mainstream Christian churches are either drifting along with the culture or turning inward to bicker about who has power, it is perhaps not surprising that the most compelling interpretation of the Scriptures is coming from a layman, a psychologist, someone outside the ecclesiastical structures. Jordan Peterson makes no claim to give an adequate theological account of the Bible, but he is indeed shedding light on what the Church Fathers called the ‘moral sense’ of the sacred text. It is practically impossible to imagine anyone who would not find illumination and inspiration in the pages of this book -- Bishop Robert Barron, founder of Word on Fire
This book revitalizes ancient wisdom and builds a bridge between human biology and theology—a bridge we must cross to rescue ourselves and our civilization from the biblical errors now visible on every horizon -- Bret Weinstein, cohost of DarkHorse Podcast and coauthor of A Hunter-Gatherer’s Guide to the 21st Century
Jordan Peterson has wrestled into existence another iconic masterpiece, highlighting that our ancient stories filter what we see and create our perception of reality. Read on to understand the provocative arguments of our age at an entirely new level -- Mehmet Oz, Professor Emeritus at Columbia University
Peterson breathes psychological fire into ancient mythological motifs, and he proposes a new understanding of spirit that bridges religion and science. This book will help many people recover the roots of their spirituality while orienting them to a new expression of that spirituality -- John Vervaeke, author of Awakening from the Meaning Crisis
Peterson asks the questions of our time. Who are we? How did we get here? How do we meet the challenges of the future, both as individuals and as a civilization? A must read from the West’s most important public intellectual -- Konstantin Kisin, cohost of the TRIGGERnometry podcast

ISBN: 9780241619612

Dimensions: 240mm x 160mm x 36mm

Weight: 975g

576 pages