I love learning new things about the Jewish culture and this book does not disappoint. I could not put it down. It was so informative, I didn't want it to end. It really help me look at Jesus and what he said and did a little clearer. So much there, I highly recommend it.

I thought I knew a lot about Jesus and the feasts of Israel...I learned so much more. Every word, every movement of Jesus had meaning and purpose. Love the book.

I love this book. But I have to qualify that statement. I love this book, but not in the way where I want to just sit down and read it cover to cover. While Understanding Jesus is written in narrative style, author Joe Amaral is actually relating the findings of his extensive cultural and linguistsic research, making this more of a resource or reference book. It can be a lot to take in and digest; I read it in small doses to better manage all the information.

In Understanding Jesus, Amaral basically deconstructs modern Biblical interpretations, coming to terms with the Hebraic basis of feasts, events, and expressions. This book is absolutely packed with fascinating historical facts and perspective. It adds a new dimension to my Bible reading, helping me feel more "in" the passages.

I'm not sure of Amaral's writing background. At times, his writing does seem a little amateur, and the flow can be a bit awkward. Too, the lay-out makes me wonder if I'll ever be able to find a given idea again if I wanted to refer back to it. Nonetheless, I highly would recommend this book to anyone who would enjoy having a better understanding of the historical Hebraic roots of Christianity.

Note: I believe it is very dangerous to blindly accept new Biblical interpretations that come our way, so I read this book with a very cautious mindset. Fortunately, I did not encounter ideas that tried to change my views; instead, a new depth was added to my current understanding.

I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It is full of detailed cultural information surrounding Christ's time on earth and linking it to Old Testament prophecy and tradition and fulfillment of the Law. It is a must read for any Christian to more fully understand Jesus and the Bible. It is simple to understand and an easy read. The author explains things clearly and lays things out in a way that everyone can understand. It is not overly academic, so suitable for anyone to read and benefit from.

This was an amazing read for anyone. Very easy to understand and he did a wonderful job of explaining so much. Definitely recommend this book!