Joseph
by Terri L. Fivash
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Author: Terri L. FivashEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-07
ISBN: 0828016291
Number of pages: 461
Publisher: Review & Herald Publishing
Book Reviews of Joseph
Book Review: An incredible insight to a common story
Summary: 5 Stars
Not too sure where to start - got the book on Friday, finished Thursday morning (work prevailed too often).
I have always loved the story of Joseph, and how he was a true man, honoring his God in everything. Yet, the stories we are told as kids seem a fable - he did no wrong (other than be a pest to his brothers).
Terri took the historical background and created a story of a believable man, with temptations like we all have, with a temper on occasion, losing sight of what God had in mind - a man that we can relate to.
Looking at the reviews here, it only makes sense that this book rates only 5-star reviews. I thought I was familiar with the story, but as the background weaves in and out of what is in Genesis, things begin to click and gel in a way that I could not possibly imagine.
I can only say thank you to Terri for her incredible ability to put me there with Joseph, experiencing his reality, understanding the politics and customs of Egypt.
Bottom line - take time out to read the book - you won't get much other stuff done, and when you do finish, the story will haunt you to change your life.
Summary of Joseph
Sometimes the Ways of God Seem Like Hieroglyphics.Sold by his brothers into slavery in a strange land, the pain in Joseph's ankles matched the pain in his heart. Where now was El Shaddai? But Mishma, the Ishmaelite merchant, saw something special in him. By prayerful diligence Joseph worked his way into the confidence of his new owner, Potiphar. "At this rate you'll be running the entire country before you are done," teased a scribe. Soon slaves were scrambling to meet his needs as he had for others.
But heart-rending rumors from home, of the deaths of Er and Onan, of the affair of Judah and Tamar, exacted their toll. And success has its snares. Her name was Lady Tenefret. She had connections, and she had Potiphar. But it wasn't Potiphar she wanted.
Based upon meticulous research, Fivash paints a compelling panorama of Egyptian society, with authentic Egyptian names, clothing, and customs, and draws us deeply into Joseph's world. You will cheer as he maintains his integrity through prison and through the labyrinth of court intrigue to become ruler under Pharaoh. You will delight in his conquest of the heart of beautiful Asenath. And you will be left with a deeper faith in his God.
The author creates a detailed picture of daily life in Egypt with a cast of nearly 80 vibrant characters. Her narrative, filled with fresh insights into one of the great stories of all time, unlocks the secrets of the culture that cradled the Exodus.
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