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I saw "Last Temptation" a few times

and I have a copy of the book, but I haven't read it yet.

I think the protests on the film were somewhat overblown, but I understand the reaction to it. Personally, I think it did a pretty good job of showing what Christ gave up for humanity's sake: a wife, family, home, career, a regular life. Yes, it did challenge a few doctrines, but that shouldn't be a problem for someone who is solid in their faith. I can see where many Christians would have a problem with people ignorant of Christianity seeing the film and drawing conclusions about Jesus from the film itself. Being a purely fictional take on Jesus, it takes liberties that an unknowing viewer may take to heart as literal or Biblical truth, and I think that is what the protests were about.

Most people I know (who are Christians) who've seen the film say it isn't as bad or as far-out as they thought it would be, considering all the noise the protestors made when it came out.

I will be curious to see how Gibson approaches this story in his film. I've always thought that it would be amazing (and painful) to see an accurate representation of the crucifixion story. If it is done right, it would be more revealing of the true character of Jesus, and not the glossy sterile hero of modern religion. I think THAT may be what scares liberals & atheists---if people see the true Jesus and his sacrifice, they might actually want to believe in Him. Wouldn't that be something?




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