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Burrell, David James
1844
1926
The Centurion's Story
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"The Centurion's Story" by David James Burrell is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the significant events surrounding the crucifixion of Jesus Christ from the perspective of a Roman centurion stationed in Jerusalem. It aims to reflect on the centurion's evolution in understanding the nature of Jesus and the impact of the events he witnessed. In this narrative, the centurion recounts his experiences during the final moments of Jesus' life, including the trial, crucifixion, and the darkness that enveloped the land. He describes the mounting hostility from the crowd, the compassion exhibited by Jesus even in suffering, and the pivotal exchange with one of the thieves being crucified alongside Him. Through his poignant observations and gradual transformation from a mere observer to a believer, the centurion ultimately comes to recognize Jesus as the Son of God. This powerful testimony encapsulates a journey of faith, redemption, and the lasting influence of Christ's sacrifice on humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Christian fiction
Bible. New Testament -- History of Biblical events -- Fiction
Jesus Christ -- Crucifixion -- Fiction
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Category: Religion/Spirituality
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