Recently, Traci recommended the book Sarah by Orson Scott Card to me. I finished it earlier this morning. It is a fictionalized account of the life of Sarah, wife of Abraham. Overall I enjoyed it. Though I didn't care for some of the characterizations, it left me with things to ponder.
What does it mean to be a friend? To have a friend?
Abraham was called the friend of God (James 2:23).
How many of those has God had in our world?
I would like to be among them. I can't think of a greater honor in life or a greater testament to Abraham's life.
What didn't you like about the characterizations? I've never read it, just curious.
ReplyDeleteI didn't like the characterization of Sarah as growing up worshiping Asherah and even later when she's married, Abraham doesn't share much of the gospel with her in the book. He doesn't seem to share much of the gospel with anyone or let anyone read the scriptures that he has. This is contrary to my understanding that Abraham was a great missionary.
ReplyDeleteThere were other things as well. However, even with the minor criticisms, the book is interesting and worth reading. It will help bring them to life as real people.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds interesting I'll have to read it! And Orson Scott Card is a great writer. But yeah, I can understand why you had a few complaints. We'll have to talk about it when I get around to reading it.
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