Beautiful Souls, by Eyal Press

During the next few weeks Eyal Press’ insightful book will be examined in preparation for a book review prior to the start of our journey through Lent. The book explores the fascinating moral dilemmas and difficult circumstances of people who have become trapped between the ideals of their conscience and the unfolding actions of the society in which they find themselves. A small group of people appear to have the moral courage to resist the path of least resistance and cling to their deeply held principles; what is their secret? In Press’ own words: “Why, even in situations of seemingly total conformity, there are always some people who refuse to go along. This is a book about such nonconformists, about the mystery of what impels people to do something risky and transgressive when thrust into a morally compromising situation: stop, say no, resist.” (Beautiful Souls, p. 5)

The season of Lent brings us on a journey with Christ as he walks the difficult last days of his public ministry and uncompromisingly sacrifices everything at Golgotha; he is willing to go to any length for those he loves, including death on the cross. The time of Lent is a time for reflection; a time to go deeper into one’s personal faith; a time to explore the call of discipleship and the personal cost associated with a deep and active faith in Christ. Eyal Press’ book, Beautiful Souls, will help raise important topics and lead us in deeper personal understanding and awareness.

Please read a New York Times Sunday Book Review of this book <select here>