Three from Galilee: The Young Man from Nazareth [Mass Market Paperback]

Marjorie Holmes (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1986

Beloved writer Marjorie Holmes drew from Scripture and history to weave this highly acclaimed novel about the "lost years" of Jesus--a time between the ages of 12 and 30 not mentioned in the Bible. A rich, unforgettable story told with reverence and insight. 4 x 7. (Bantam)

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Following Two from Galilee (Revell, 1972), popular inspirational writer and novelist Holmes continues her novelistic retelling of the life of Jesus, attempting to portray his experiences as a youth both human and divine. But in a novel whose plot is already largely determined, Holmes has provided little depth in the character or spirituality of Jesus, who often appears sentimental and indecisive. The issue of Jesus' messianic consciousness, which has puzzled theologians for generations, appears here as a 20th-century identity crisis incongruously inserted in a first-century setting. Speculative writing about the early life of Jesus is fraught with difficulties, and this novel does not overcome them. The intended audience will have decidedly mixed reactions. Holmes is at work on a concluding volume entitled The Messiah . Cynthia Widmer, Williamstown, Mass.
Copyright 1985 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Publisher

From Marjorie Holmes, one of the most beloved authors of our times, comes the stunning story you have been asking for, the inspiring sequel to her national bestseller, Two From Galilee...Three From Galilee.

Rooted in her broad knowledge of the Bible and of history, Marjorie's wonderful new novel explores the "lost years" of Jesus' young manhood-a period not even mentioned in the Bible. Where did he go and what did he do between the age of twelve, when we last see him debating the elders in the temple, and the age of thirty, when he began his ministry? What were those years like for Mary? Was her son as human as his brothers? Was it possible that he, too, could fall in love? With great reverence, Marjorie Holmes employs her remarkable talent for vividly recreating characters and background to bring Jesus, his parents, brothers, sisters, and friends to sparkling life. Three From Galilee is a dramatic, deeply moving, and unforgettable story.

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Bantam Books (November 1, 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553281224
• ISBN-13: 978-0553281224
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,183,871 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It just really helped me to see Jesus as a Man in this book., October 14, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Three from Galilee: The Young Man from Nazareth (Mass Market Paperback)

It was a real and personal way for me to see Jesus. Because he was fully man. Sometimes when we think of Jesus we forget that he was fully Man.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and inspiring!, May 31, 2008

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Donna K. "bookcrosser" (Long Island, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Three From Galilee : The Young Man from Nazareth (Paperback)

While this was a very well-written and inspiring book, I didn't like it as much as I enjoyed Two from Galilee. I felt that the author took too many liberties, deviating from the Bible and religious teachings about Jesus's life. (One example that bothered me that before He began his ministry, the author has Him fall in love and intend to marry a local woman. I felt disrespectful thinking about Jesus as a sexual/romantic being). As I read along, I had to constantly remind myself that this is a work of fiction and is not meant to be Biblically accurate, yet I didn't have these issues with the prequel to this book. Still, it was a worthwhile and reflective book to read, because it helps us to focus on the humanity of Jesus, and adds to the development of our personal relationship with Him.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Ideal for the right reader, March 20, 2006

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A. H. Eschenfelder (Saratoga, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Three From Galilee: The Young Man from Nazareth (Paperback)

I find this book well written and useful. Of course most of it is speculation based on what is known from ancient documents about Jesus' life from age 2 to 30 (of which there is little). But I think it is very helpful to speculate and have done so myself. It helps us to realize that Jesus was not some lofty deity who can't know what we go through, but himself experienced all the problems we have in this life, went through the same process of maturation and can sympathize and help us as we face the perplexities of life.