The Unknown God, Mathew P. John
The Unknown God, Mathew P. John
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The Unknown God
A Journey with Jesus from East to West

Author: Mathew P. John

Narrator: Vikas Adam

Unabridged: 4 hr 45 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: David C. Cook

Published: 03/01/2020

Synopsis

We live in the age of religious pluralism where all religions are considered the same and different paths lead to the same spiritual destination. It is important for Christians to learn how to affirm Jesus Christ as the only way to God—while also paying due respect to people of other faiths and worldviews.
In The Unknown God: A Journey with Jesus from East to West, Mathew P. John explores the redemptive revelations lurking in the darkness outside the boundaries of Christian tradition. In this spiritual journey through six major world religions, readers encounter a variety of symbols that point to the Jesus of the Bible. From Hindu avatars and Buddhist bodhisattvas, to Sikh gurus and Muslim prophets, and the Jewish messiah, consider how different religions attempt to answer the deep longing for a savior ingrained in the collective conscience of humanity.

About The Author

Originally an electrical engineer from India, Mathew P. John transitioned from technology to theology with a master’s degree in theological studies from the University of Toronto (Canada) and a PhD in intercultural studies from Fuller Theological Seminary (USA). He has acquired over two decades of teaching experience in academic as well as ecclesiastical platforms, and has written extensively in the areas of theology, anthropology, and world religions.  

Reviews

Goodreads review by Keith on February 20, 2009

I almost wish I hadn't read it; I am at least glad I waited until moving through some of the O.T.O. degrees myself. While the bulk of the book focuses on the personalities and histories of Smith's associates in the world of Thelema, there come times when Starr, unrestricted by any vows surrounding th......more

Goodreads review by Grant on November 12, 2007

To tell the story of the occult order, the Ordo Templi Orientis (OTO), in North America during the early 20th century, Starr organizes his narrative around the one person who consistently was there throughout the OTOs development, W. T. Smith. The book is valuable for it extensive citation of corres......more

Goodreads review by C on September 14, 2021

Wonderful book on an era of history I've been meaning to read for a long time and was lucky enough to finally get a chance to. I've read stories about Parsons and other people involved on this but this book is focused on Smith. However, this book is tirelessly researched and you will find out a lot......more

Goodreads review by Drew on May 21, 2021

Interesting book on Smith and the Agape Lodge. However, Starr seems to focus more on the overly dramatic internal conflicts within the various Thelemic lodges that Smith was a part of, and makes it hard for the reader to discern why anyone would even bother to be a member as it always seems like eve......more

Goodreads review by Paul on January 04, 2016

Excellent factual and historical reference of Crowleys attempt to establish a vechicle for the new Aeon. It actually does not paint him in a good light at all, especially his treatment of the Agape lodges head, Wilfred T Smith. All in all, its an excellent read on the beginnings of the OTO in America......more

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