Review of Magna Carta R.I.P?

[Seamstress]

Definitely not my cup of tea, too heavy on religion and focused on church and that's the biggest issue here, because I have a firm believer cousin who told me so much about the inner working of the institution that I never was able to see them in good light. Sorry, I prefer to pass.

[Manang Muyang]

I am a Christian, so I am curious about what the author has to say. Are Christians being threatened today? Jesus was crucified during his time. And he did warn his followers of persecution. Has anything changed?

[Ochieng Omuodo]

Wasn't the Church’s involvement with the Magna Carta only two-fold? That is protecting itself from King John and peace-building between that monarch and his barons by way of securing specific basic rights. It certainly seems that there was more to it than that from your review, but your intro puts me off this book, well-researched though it may be; the Bible certainly doesn’t hold absolute truth.

[Chrystal Oaks]

This Christian Theological book sounds like it is written to engage the reader with thinking and analyzing about issues Christianity faces today. Great review!

[Kajori Sheryl Paul]

I like how the author does not impose his views on his readers.

Thank you for the great review.

[MsChet Cherry]

Family, indeed have a great role to play in forming a society that abides by the law of God.
This book seems to be a reminder that the church needs to retrace their steps. I would love to read it. Thanks for your review and congrats to the author.

[Emily Meadows]

Fascinating premise for the book and would for sure be an interesting read. I would argue that branches of the church - especially in the U.S. - have veered fairly far away from the teachings in the bible, BUT that there are plenty of churches that have not. I am not religious anymore but was raised in an Episcopalian church - where critical thought was welcomed. Anyhoo - congrats to the author on BOTD!

[Adeolaoskydeelight]

This is an unusual viewpoint that opens one's eyes to the ongoing oppression of religion, especially the Christian faith. It's written from a personal standpoint and raises some thought-provoking ideas. Great review

[Ntokozo Joy Ndlovu]

This sounds specifically suited for Christians, so I will have to pass on this one, though I am sure any reader would enjoy some well researched work. Thanks for the review.

[Blessing onyiyechi]

In a time like this where the church is deviating from the real world of God and chasing shadows, calls for concern. Jude trying to reach out to the people is a nice step, but this people can only be converted with the help of the Holy Spirit. Nice review

[Amiczy Heaven]

I agree that the church is being overbalanced by false principles. It seems reasonable that the author conveys his ideas, leaving room for critical thinking and analysis.

[Amy Luman]

It is hard for those not involved in the church to see what is happening.

[Hannah Hampton]

Excellent review! I am glad that this book is well researched. I am usually suspect of claims that Christianity is being suppressed, but I am always open to arguments about the Church, even though they may be difficult arguments to have! Congrats on Book of the Day!

[Maddie Atkinson]

Considering only 4 of the 63 clauses of the Magna Carta are still relevant today, I'm not sure I agree with this author. I also don't agree that Christian freedom of speech is being subdued as I am bombarded with it every day. I am going to give this a miss as I don't believe religion should be a part of politics anymore. As both a historian and a gender theorist, I see that it's Christianity that has for hundreds of years repressed and oppressed the voices of those that the author is claiming to be ruining society. Having read this book, I can confirm that this book is homophobic, judgemental of those who live any lifestyle other than Christian ones, misogynistic, Islamophobic, I could go on. I am all for freedom of speech, but that doesn't mean that that speech should impart harmful and antiquated opinions on to other people. I understand that this book is well researched historically, but in other areas it completely ignores other research, such as gender studies, because it doesn't like that it doesn't fit with its agenda. You say there's a 'gay agenda' but all the LGBTQ+ community want is equality and to be treated with respect. I will say that I am interested with the historical side of this book, but the rest of it is living in the past too much

[Mfanmvelo Mazibuko]

Very nice topic and easy to follow.