Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary

By: Brant James Pitre

Narrated by: Mark Deakins

Length: 5 hrs and 41 mins

Publisher's Summary

“Brant Pitre is one of the most compelling theological writers on the scene today.” (Bishop Robert Barron)

Best-selling author of Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist casts new light on the Virgin Mary, illuminating her role in the Old and New Testaments.

Are Catholic teachings on Mary really biblical? Or are they the "traditions of men"? Should she be called the "Mother of God", or just the mother of Jesus? Did she actually remain a virgin her whole life, or do the "brothers of Jesus" refer to her other children? By praying to Mary, are Catholics worshiping her? And what does Mary have to do with the quest to understand Jesus?

In Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary, Dr. Pitre takes listeners step-by-step from the Garden of Eden to the Book of Revelation to reveal how deeply biblical Catholic beliefs about Mary really are. Dr. Pitre uses the Old Testament and ancient Judaism to unlock how the Bible itself teaches that Mary is in fact the new Eve, the Mother of God, the Queen of Heaven and Earth, and the new Ark of the Covenant.

©2018 Brant James Pitre (P)2018 Random House Audio

Critic Reviews

“Mystified by the way Catholics speak about Mary? Join the club! But if you - like me - have longed for a book that makes a good biblical case for Catholic teachings relating to Mary, then look no further! Brant Pitre has produced an absolutely riveting, page-turning read, surely the most thought-provoking and stimulating I have ever read on the subject.” (Chris Tilling, graduate tutor and senior lecturer in New Testament studies)

“I did not think a single book could be written about Mary that would excite and unite Catholic and Protestant readers - scholars, clergy and laity alike. What Pitre does with the Bible and Marian typology is clear and compelling. A joy to read, this is the best biblical study of Mary I have ever read. A true masterpiece.” (Scott Hahn, author of The Lamb's Supper and The Fourth Cup)

"Brant Pitre takes important theological truths and makes them not only interesting, but exciting. This book will revolutionize your understanding of the most important woman in history." (Jennifer Fulwiler, author of One Beautiful Dream)

Now I Want To Know More...

This book is still digesting in my mind and spirit. As a Protestant, I’ve always wondered about the Catholic veneration and beliefs about Mary. I have been on the edge of my seat listening to this book. Now, I just want to know more about this subject. Whatever You want Lord Jesus. Amen.

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Outstanding - I highly recommend this book

I was raised by two Evangelical minister parents. So dinner-table discussion consisted of a lot of theology and Bible stories, etc. But there was very little about Mary, ever.

Fast forward, and later in life, I went through RCIA to become Catholic. One of the things that was a bit of a hindrance of understanding was the level of veneration/adoration Mary gets in the Catholic church. I had no frame of reference for it. There was so little in the Bible itself, or so I thought, and since I hadn't been raised with any lineage back to the Early Church Fathers or anything like that, it was so new.

So when I ran across this book, I was intrigued, because I LOVE diving into the Jewish roots of Christianity already, and to hear that there could be a greater understanding of Mary by looking at the Jewish roots, I was like "how in the world can they do that?" -- and boy was I pleasantly surprised!

This book has so much MEAT in it. It is so well-done. So well researched. So well laid out. I can't recommend it highly enough. Whether you're Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, or just curious, THIS IS A GREAT BOOK.

I come away from it wanting to listen again because there was so much I never knew, and never saw before, and now my eyes have been opened. Thank you.

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This book is amazing!

If you ever want to be able to explain to people who don't understand why we pray to Mary and ask for her intercession with Jesus and why that's not worshiping Mary, you need to read this book; it's amazing!!

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Wonderful Info.

What an education I never knew this information was there for us to find. Thanks Brand Pitre.

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Well reasoned well received

The author does a nice job describing Catholic Christian beliefs concerning Mary, Mother of God, and defending them against most of the more common attacks, The author demonstrates how so-called ‘un-biblical’, ‘controversial’ positions held by the Catholic Church are founded on Old Testament scriptures and widely (e.g., universally ) embraced traditions of the early Church. You may not believe what the Catholic Christian Church believes about Mary because of things you’ve learned or heard. The author’s clear, concise reasons for these beliefs are shared in ways that are open, kind, educational, and engaging.

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Very Good

Very good explanation of the Catholic approach to Mary. Will probably listen again and again.

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Know your Mother

Truly a classic! This book was so well researched and then so well written, it will keep you spellbound and wondering, how can I be Catholic and not know these things about my spiritual mother. And the more you read the more you want to keep reading to fill your hunger for what he is showing you about Holy Mary, the new Eve, the new arc, the new exciting mother you only thought you knew.
Well worth the read!

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New material

I have heard tons of talks on the Jewish Ross of Mary and all recycle the same material. This book has some new content that I have never heard before

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Spectacular!

Gave me amazing new insight into the mother of Our Lord (and ours). Provides strong, and biblically based, responses to arguments against Marián devotion and significantly increases the apologist’s toolbox. I highly recommend.

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Take notes it's awesome

I was intrigued by this book. I will be buying the hard cover for myself and my family.So thorough study of Mary and her significance from the Annunciation to our present life. I f you are a person who has had reservations about intercession prayer from Mary the Mother of God please read this book. I promise many of your questions will be clarified.

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Wonderful!

if they make it to heaven, biblical scholars will eventually come to realise that the Catholic Church had always been right in her teachings on Mary. Dr. Pitre is already there!

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Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary

In keeping with previous world of Bran t Pierre
I have read this book opens up the Gospels.
Must admit I got lost sometime. I intend rereading book again

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