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The Lord

By: Romano Guardini
Narrated by: Gordon Greenhill
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The only true and unedited telling of the life of Christ - his life and times in historical context, but not lacking the psychology behind his physical being and spirit. Unlike other books seeking to strip Jesus' story to reveal only the human being, Romano Guardini's The Lord gives the complete story of Jesus Christ - as man, Holy Ghost, and Creator. Pope Benedict XVI lauds Guardini's work as providing a full understanding of the Son of God away from the prejudice that rationality engenders. Put long-held myths aside and discover the entire truth about God's only begotten Son.

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A masterpiece

Of the thousand or so books I've read this one is a top ten! It opened my eyes to a new way of seeing Jesus. Content and performance are excellent!

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Masterpiece!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Lord to be better than the print version?

Only had the audio version but this book is so important, I now own the book as well.

What did you like best about this story?

This classic provides short meditations (about 20 minutes) on the life of Christ - motivational and inspiring. Although the length is intimidating, once you start listening, you will know you have discovered a treasure. I finished it during Lent, helping me draw closer to the Lord, and plan to keep it on my phone for periodic re-listens and plan to listen again in its entirety next holy season.

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Narration is wonderful. Although ideal for 20 minutes listens given the short chapters, Gordon Greenhill's voice does not tire allowing for much longer listens.

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The Lord

A fantastic way to study scripture. It all leads to Revelation and is the best commentary and reflection I have ever seen.

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The best book I have ever read about our Lord

The narrator, Gordon Greenhill, did such a fantastic job of putting us in a intimate class room scenario where only the subject matter was carefully being dismember a bit at a time void of our surroundings. The author, Romano Guardini, presented an idea that can only help us understand our Lord and trash rational doubts that only hinder our progress towards our full understanding of Him.

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Spectacular handling of a controversial subject

Undoubtedly the best unraveling of Revaluations as the climax of a very insightful handling of our Lord and why His purpose had to be as it unfolded. Excellent!!

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A timeless classic

A great reading of a timeless classic. Very highly recommended. This is Guardini at his most profound.

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The Lord excellent book for those who want to grow

This book is very interesting, very well written,
and very well narrated. Highly recommended for those who want to expand their knowledge of our Lord and savior.

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Mind Changing

Would you listen to The Lord again? Why?

Yes, the depth of the theology was incredible, and told so very well.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Lord?

Mnsgr. Guardini at one point indicates that the Incarnation is inconceivable, but writes "bur Love does such things." This statement was life changing to me.

What does Gordon Greenhill bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He is a very good reader, but I had to listen at 1.25 speed to make it sound more "natural"

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Mnsgr. Guardini at one point indicates that the Incarnation is inconceivable, but writes "bur Love does such things." This statement was life changing to me.

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More than Grateful for this divine book !

Just read a few chapters or listen to a few chapters and you will see how special and unique this book is. If you really listen and pay attention then it is not a hard book. I enjoyed the audio so much that I’m sure I will listen again. I can say is that I am so glad that this book was put into my hands by Father God and I thank Him and bow my heart to Him .
Yes, it is a long book but not one time did I wish it would hurry along when I was listening to the audio… I could not get enough of it. And I would rewind to listen to parts of it over again it was so good.

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the reader is awful. it's a good book but the reader is so awful it's hard to get through the book. he really ruins the book

the reader is awful. it's a good book but the reader is so awful it's hard to get through the book. he really ruins the book

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