What Jesus Saw from the Cross [Paperback]

A. G. Sertillanges (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 3, 2008

The $17 pilgrimage to the Holy Land Never has there been spiritual reading as powerful as What Jesus Saw from the Cross, the book that will intensify readers' love of Jesus by burning the events of His Passion into their memory and imagination. Written by a priest who lived in Jerusalem, this acclaimed devotional classic gives vivid and dramatic details not included in the Gospel. With Jesus, readers will be jostled by crowds as they enter Jerusalem, choke on the dust of the narrow streets, experience the exotic oriental smells of the city at festival time, share the Last Supper with the disciples, stare into the face of Jesus' accusers, and be there as He dies on the Cross. Readers will find themselves engaged in a personal retreat, an interior pilgrimage, and a profound meditation on the love and sufferings of Jesus on the Cross.

Editorial Reviews

Review

What Jesus Saw From The Cross is an unabashedly devotional work, written largely to deepen the Lenten meditations of the Christian faithful. Yet it relies heavily on findings of archaeologists and historians to refine (and at times correct) the image of Jesus familiar from 2000 years of tradition. If Sertillanges' method contradicts legend and tradition regarding the death of Jesus, it agrees perfectly with biblical accounts. Sertillanges (an acclaimed scholar and Catholic Priest) finds historical precedents for such events as the soldiers dressing Jesus as a mock king and casting lots for his clothes. Originally published in 1930, What Jesus Saw From The Cross is a time-lost classic deservedly brought back into print for a new generation of grateful readers. -- Midwest Book Review --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 252 pages
• Publisher: Sophia Institute Press; New edition edition (February 3, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0918477379
• ISBN-13: 978-0918477378
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #217,566 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Seeing IS Believing, April 17, 2000

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Cary A. Cusumano (Ashburn, VA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: What Jesus Saw from the Cross (Paperback)

The title of this book is appropriate because I found this book really implants in one's mind a real vision of what it must have been like to be at the foot of the cross 2000 years ago.

It is a very quick read even when doing so prayerfully, since the imagery provided on each page truly makes one feel he is right there. One can feel the heat, hear the shouts of derision, see the flies as they buzz overhead.

The book beautifully describes the events from the Last Supper through the Crucifixion in a loving representation of what Jesus might have seen as he was raised aloft on the cross. As you read this prayerfully, place yourself at the foot of this cross and be with Him as you witness the vista of Jerusalem through His eyes.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A pilgrimage and a meditation - perfect for Lent!, February 8, 2001

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Tim Drake "Author and Journalist" (Saint Joseph, Minnesota) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: What Jesus Saw from the Cross (Paperback)

In Fr. Sertillanges' spiritual classic - the reader is transported to the Holy Land in a way which the reader will not easily forget. The reader sees, through the eyes of Christ, the wedding feast at Cana, his baptism, the Upper Room, Gethsemane, and the Cross.

Fr. Sertillanges, who lived in Jerusalem, presents the Passion of Christ with details that make the events come alive.

Originally published in French in 1930, this book has stood the tests of time. Sophia Institute's version is highly readable.

A retreat, a pilgrimage, and a meditation all wrapped in one - this book should be required reading, along with the Gospels, every Lent.

I cannot recommend this book highly enough.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a wonderful book., January 24, 2003

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Rhonda S. Lamb - See all my reviews

This review is from: What Jesus Saw from the Cross (Hardcover)

This book makes you feel like you are there as Jesus is crucified. You can almost feel the suffering as He weeps in the Garden or the ache as He carries His cross. Very powerful. Should be recommended reading.