I remember having a conversation with someone about a book they recently read. It sounded like a riot. It was written from the viewpoint of Jesus' brother, and having to deal with being the younger brother of the saviour. The name of the brother wasn't biblical, it was a modern day name, like Jim or something. Anyway, I always wanted to pick it up and I now can't remember the name. Help me out.
2006-10-19 04:49:51 · 4 answers · asked by Shane L 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
It's called "Lamb: The Gospel according to Biff, Christ's childhood Pal" by Christopher Moore
While the Bible may be the word of God, transcribed by divinely inspired men, it does not provide a full (or even partial) account of the life of Jesus Christ. Lucky for us that Christopher Moore presents a funny, lighthearted satire of the life of Christ--from his childhood days up to his crucifixion--in Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal. This clever novel is surely blasphemy to some, but to others it's a coming-of-age story of the highest order.
Joshua (a.k.a. Jesus) knows he is unique and quite alone in his calling, but what exactly does his Father want of him? Taking liberties with ancient history, Moore works up an adventure tale as Biff and Joshua seek out the three wise men so that Joshua can better understand what he is supposed to do as Messiah. Biff, a capable sinner, tags along and gives Joshua ample opportunities to know the failings and weaknesses of being truly human. With a wit similar to Douglas Adams, Moore pulls no punches: a young Biff has the hots for Joshua's mom, Mary, which doesn't amuse Josh much: "Don't let anyone ever tell you that the Prince of Peace never struck anyone." And the origin of the Easter Bunny is explained as a drunken Jesus gushes his affection for bunnies, declaring, "Henceforth and from now on, I decree that whenever something bad happens to me, there shall be bunnies around."
2006-10-19 04:56:55 · answer #1 · answered by Gent Of Style 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Biff! Oh, this book rocks! I am a Christian, and I loved this book! Well worth the read, and it was an easy read, too! The Gospel of Biff! What a cool idea, too!
2006-10-19 04:58:13 · answer #2 · answered by The Mystic One 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it's the Gospel According to Biff, and it's his friend, not his brother. check it out.
2006-10-19 08:43:05 · answer #3 · answered by KJC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds funny
2006-10-19 04:59:27 · answer #4 · answered by Veronica B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋