ARA Review by Kaveh KakaeiNezhad of Jesus Farted

[Kaveh KakaeiNezhad]

[Following is an OnlineBookClub.org ARA Review of the book, Jesus Farted.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Rating: 5 out of 5
Jesus Farted: The Vulgar Truth of the Biblical Christ isn’t exactly your typical religious read. If you’re easily offended or looking for something gentle and safe, this might not be the book for you. But if you’re up for something bold, honest, and can handle a bit of shock, then this is exactly the kind of book we need right now.

Simon Perry doesn’t hold back — he aims to peel away the polished layers of modern Christianity to reveal the raw, human side of Jesus that often gets overlooked. With sharp wit, deep thinking, and solid scholarship, Perry takes us on a journey that's part irreverent, part reverent—an interesting mix he keeps alive from start to finish.

At its heart, the book argues that the true Jesus—the dusty, sweaty, physical man—is way more radical and meaningful than the distant, divine figure we usually see. By talking openly about bodily functions, sexuality, hunger, and even defecation, Perry makes a bold case: divinity isn’t separate from the flesh. Instead, it exists right in the represented experience of being human. Jesus’ humanity isn’t a problem to fix; it’s the actual space where spiritual transformation happens.

The writing is daring, sometimes confrontational, but never over the top. Every shocking image is paired with a deeper theological point, showing Perry’s thoughtful and honest approach. What really makes this book stand out is how it balances breaking taboos with genuine faith. Perry doesn’t tear down sacred ideas just for the shock—he’s trying to rebuild a more real and relatable faith, one that includes sweat, tears, and yes, even farts.

He challenges readers not just to rethink theology but to imagine what it really means to be human. Why 5 stars? Because few books take such an honest, raw approach while still being smart and meaningful. The only reason I might give it fewer stars is if someone’s uncomfortable with the subject matter—that’s kind of the point. I didn’t give it 4 stars because it never lost focus, never slipped into cheap sensationalism, and delivered exactly what it promised: a bold, honest look at God’s fleshly side.

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