There's a lot to like about this book. Bible interpretation is tricky business. As the author himself says, "It is said, and I agree with the point, the Bible is to be considered literally true. The problem arises when the words used are taken too literally or rather hyper-literally." The author does not make that mistake. In fact, it is the perfect balance he strikes between the literal and the figurative that allows him to craft an interpretation of what happened in the Garden that is free of any of the usual contrivances, ambiguities, and evasions that characterize most other interpretations.

This is a fascinating book in which the author lays out his theory what man's first sin was.

He backs it up with reams of supporting evidence. The end consists of some closing thoughts in which he observes that the first sin, continues on today. He says that this "will soon reach an apex and we will be driven from the land as has always been the case

The author lays out a theory to try and explain what the original sin was that Adam and Eve committed. This topic is glossed over in most sermons and teachings as there is not much written about what happened in the bible. It is probably one of the two most significant events to affect mankind. As the author states in the book, keep an open mind, read the bible verses for yourself and pray about it before you make up your mind as to the conclusions. In today's political climate, it becomes more relevant every day.

This was well researched and very well written. An interesting new perspective on an ancient ideal. Great read. I highly recommend