Review of Profound Secrets of Jesus and His Inner Circle

[Brayan Uribe]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Profound Secrets of Jesus and His Inner Circle" by Patrick B.Cage.]

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1 out of 5 stars

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You can clearly see this book was written by a lawyer.

The book is written as if the author was trying to prove their points using the strategies used in modern trials. For example, using Jesus’ behavior as proof that he could have used an insanity plea in modern times is pointless; the author uses words like timetable, evidence, and conspirator… And on page 56 they even invite us to understand the legal system in place during Jesus’ times and go on to describe the trial and how the law of the time was ignored. Why take this approach to prove that Jesus wanted to be crucified when we know this is something that was already known to him as part of his destiny as the redeemer of humanity? It’s pointless to try to convince the reader of this from this approach when this is universal knowledge, and listing all the reasons and proof of this in Jesus’ behavior leading to the crucifixion (I.G. page 51) doesn’t add to anything that we already know.

In my opinion, the author just fails to realize the simplicity of Judas’ betrayal, framing him as a co-conspirator in the betrayal of Jesus. There was no need for Jesus to conspire with Judas when everything was going in accordance with God’s plan. On page 48, the author uses Judas’ kiss and the use of the word ‘’Master’’ to refer to Jesus as proof that they had planned things together and that Judas respected and loved Jesus. You can love and respect someone and still betray them. The author subsequently uses the phrase ‘’Do what you are here to do, friend’’ uttered by Jesus to Judas, as further proof of their conspiracy, but there was no need for Jesus to hate or not consider Judas his friend; this is just simply proof of how benevolent Jesus was and that he knew he had a path to fulfill. Further proof listed by the author is that Jesus had previously washed Judas’s feet, but again, that just goes with Jesus’ benevolent nature.

In regard to the author's claim of Mary Magdalene being the one who resurrected Jesus through the power of the holy spirit, the author first uses the argument that God selected a woman to give birth to Jesus. If God’s plan was to have Jesus be a human, it is only natural that a woman would birth him. I would also like to know how the author interprets Micah 5:2-6 to be proof of this when that refers to the birth of Jesus, not the resurrection, and how ‘’She who is in travail’’ as the author puts it on page 88, is not a reference to the birth of Jesus by the Virgin Mary, instead of a resurrection by Mary Magdalene, even if the author wants to say that it refers to the great agony of Mary Magdalene due to the death of Jesus. The author also says, ‘It makes sense that the woman who would resurrect Jesus would prepare his body for burial.' That’s just wild speculation.

The book claims to be a truthful insight on its subject matter, citing proven historical events, but on page 43, the author places Mary Magdalene next to Jesus during the last supper. While this might be a reasonable speculation for someone to have, there is no historical proof that Mary Magdalene was at the Last Supper, nor is it mentioned in the Gospels.

I could go on, but it can become as repetitive as the book itself. (How many times do we have to read that trials were not permitted to be held at night? Or the list of charges against Jesus?) I’m giving it 1 out of 5 stars because by the end, the author didn’t prove their points beyond reasonable doubt as they said they would at the beginning of the book.

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[Joe Alex 2]

Based on what I read in the review, the author’s attempt to analyze Jesus’ trial through a modern legal lens is intriguing but feels a bit unnecessary, especially since Jesus’ crucifixion is a well-known part of his divine purpose. I also found the interpretation of Judas’ role in the betrayal interesting, but I believe Jesus’ actions show his kindness and fulfillment of God’s plan. The claim about Mary Magdalene’s role in the resurrection is an unusual perspective, but as a Christian, I trust the traditional teachings on this subject. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read for those interested in alternative interpretations.

[Brayan Uribe]

Based on what I read in the review, the author’s attempt to analyze Jesus’ trial through a modern legal lens is intriguing but feels a bit unnecessary, especially since Jesus’ crucifixion is a well-known part of his divine purpose. I also found the interpretation of Judas’ role in the betrayal interesting, but I believe Jesus’ actions show his kindness and fulfillment of God’s plan. The claim about Mary Magdalene’s role in the resurrection is an unusual perspective, but as a Christian, I trust the traditional teachings on this subject. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read for those interested in alternative interpretations.

Thank you for your reply, Joe! Indeed I would also agree to trust the traditional teachings on the subject but yes, it was intestesting to read his take on it.