A Secret of the Universe: A Story of Love, Loss, and the Discovery of an Eternal Truth
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| Rating | : | 4.46 (591 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B0010VMY0W |
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| Number of Pages | : | 393 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-12-01 |
| Language | : | English |
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Through his employer, Ian meets a group of scholars who open a door to knowledge that both stuns and captivates. This path of inquiry is hidden in plain sight, known by some historians and biblical scholars, yet concealed from the public by academic reluctance to spotlight such a provocative theory without comprehensive proof. Then, tragic events push Bill deep into the comfort zone of his family and Christian fundamentalism, while Ian takes off on a quest for truth, examining all beliefs through the lens of reason. It will doubtless cause debate: it will hopefully provoke some thoughtful
This is the story of two high-school pals from the Midwest for whom a personal tragedy sets in motion a journey of inquiry that spans a lifetime of cruel and glorious twists, and culminates in an astonishing discovery. Ian wants answers his faith can?t provide, so he abandons traditional religion and its magic, mysticism, and supernaturalism, turning instead to science and reason. Only by embracing the inherent mystery and pain of their quest do Ian and Bill make the discovery that really matters?a genuine secret of the universe.. Bill?s path has become that of a devoted Christian who sees the bountiful harvest that can be achieved through spirituality and faith. When profound revelations lead each friend to uncover shocking historical ?secrets? in support of his own worldview, their odyssey plays out on a global stage, with tragic consequences
In the wake of the 9/11 attacks, however, his nascent fascination with the origins of human belief and knowledge --epistemology-- grew into a journey of introspection and inquiry that has been both invigorating and painful. . Stephen L. Gibson has been a successful entrepreneur, corporate pilot, consultant, elected school official, and co
"Epistemology and How to Encourage It" according to Grady Harp. With very little of the world's headlines making sense to those millions who read or watch them, this novel or story form of addressing the glue that holds people's perceptions together is a healthy start toward healing. Author Stephen L. Gibson (' Truth-Driven Thinking: An Examination of Human Emotion and Its Impact on Everyday Life') . A Journey Toward Truth As I read A SECRET OF THE UNIVERSE I repeatedly saw parallels to my own journey from religious faith to religious skepticism. Others may read the book and recognize their journey to a deeper faith through a dark wood of doubt. Throughout the book I found myself identifying strongly with characters who voiced views that I agree with. A f. "A secret for us all" according to Michael Vogler. "A Secret of the Universe" is one of the most unique books I have ever read. While the basic plot is solid, the documentation of research sources is impeccable, the joy is from walking with the characters as they discover the secrets for themselves.The story revolves around two friends, Ian and Bill. When the book begins they share simi