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Summary
Forget about the peaceful story of the patriarch attending to his sheep. You are about to learn of the untold story of Sodom. The forgotten story that no one knows about because, well, losers don’t get to write History. Still, it is a story everyone needs to come to grips with because, unknowingly, by perpetuating the worship of Abraham’s Lord, it is the oppressor’s memory we continue to celebrate.
Ironically, it is the Sodomite’s cry for freedom, which continues to resonate in the scriptures thousands of years later, that enables us to reconstruct the story behind the myth today.
This non-fiction comic explores the possibility that Abraham existed and made an earthly covenant with a Mesopotamian ruler who sought to control the valley of Siddim, an important trade corridor between Egypt and Mesopotamia. Such a covenant would have been decisive for the descendants of Abraham. Could the worship of this lord, over time, have turned into a local cult that would have given rise to the God of Israel?
This possibility seems to have been neglected for too long.
Through this comic, you will:
Meet Abram, the Habiru leader…
A nomadic herdsman and tribal chieftain who became a national hero and forged a covenant with a powerful Mesopotamian king.
Get to know the Sodomites…
As freedom fighters and explore why they are portrayed as ‘wicked’ and ‘sinners’ in the Bible.
Learn what motivated a covenant…
And uncover why Abraham’s descendants elevated their benefactor to the status of a deity after he granted them rights to ‘the promised land.’
Learn why Ishmael couldn’t inherit…
The covenant despite being Abraham’s legitimate and eldest son.
Uncover the true identity…
Of Isaac’s progenitor and find out why Muslims believe Ishmael was the son God asked to sacrifice.
André Serra –
With an inflexible rigor of analysis, its careful research led him to hypothesize what may very well prove difficult to challenge, and that will most likely change the beliefs of a large number of followers still attached to the three religions “book” in the coming years. I cannot better compare this researcher with Darwin, revealing “The Origin of Species”, or even to Galileo, reversing the roles of the sun and the earth. Both long disputed, due to ideas that seemed delusional to their contemporaries, have helped human kind make unprecedented steps on the path of knowledge.
B.A. Pollock –
Bernard’s thorough investigation and analysis faithfully explains the non-fiction untold story of Sodom in a beautifully illustrated imaginative comic. To be Done with Sodom compliments the author’s first book, “The Covenant” with his credible interpretation of the story of a covenant between God and Abraham. A believer, I found the author’s knowledge of biblical accounts is engaging and presents a unique in-depth presentation and explanation of a story we know.
Love the illustrations and the way the author conveys his research in a way that will appeal to a large audience. I highly recommend this masterwork of a brilliant author.
Ulmo –
READ IT !!
I try to read everything on the topic that I can get my hands onto ever since I read the Old Testament. I only have one thing to say: READ IT! The book is well written, clear, well organized. The theses are documented and overlap each other as if the author had found the Adriane’s’ ball of thread that is the labyrinth of the Old Testament. It’s written without pretensions, but it is clear that this is the most credible interpretation of the Bible that I was given to read to date. In the end, it is as if the Bible “felt back on his feet.” This theory, which anchors the biblical texts to specific historical time is a great starting point for future research that can tell us how relevant it is. … This investigation blew me away; I did not expect this much.
Calvin M. –
Classic Content in Contemporary Comic
I am not religious, had little religious education as a child and don’t consider myself a believer. However, as a historical account of real life locations and people, I was most interested in this story as a reconciliation of the biblical myth with the written records of the time. The comic format gave it a broader appeal, not just to me but potentially younger readers who may enjoy such snapshots, panel by panel, that tell a complex story over eons of time.
S.J. –
Interesting historical/religious read
As a student of Near Eastern and biblical studies, I found this interpretation of the Abrahamic story fascinating. I love how Bernard Lamborelle brought together historical and archaeological evidence with the Bible to give new meaning to the story. It is obvious how much thought, care, and research has gone into the argument.
Alexandra Filipek’s illustrations are beautifully done, and they definitely bring the story to life. In general, the format makes this a very enjoyable read.
DAVID E.P. –
A compelling new perspective on a well-known story
This is a great follow-up to Bernard’s Lamborelle’s earlier book “The Covenant: On the Origin of the Abrahamic Faith, by Means of Deification”. As a non-fiction comic, with engaging illustrations, it presents his thoroughly researched and substantive thesis centered on the well-known religious story of the covenant between God and Abraham, as a compelling story with a fresh perspective that is very well told and will engage any reader. Bravo Bernard!
TB51 –
Well thought out!
An easy to read & understand book, especially for those who have no understanding of Biblical stories, within the context of the Ancient Near East.
The legend of Sodom & Gomorrah has been elusive, as to it’s foundation & origin, and often taken completely out of context by misguided beliefs.
Very thought provoking, and based on historical realities of the era.
H.SOLOMON –
H.Solomon
Terrific idea for telling story of Abraham from a new perspective!
Bernard Lamborelle’s book comes in the form of a non-fiction comic. It presents a new perspective on a story that most of us know. Extremely well researched material and a great section with reference material that supports the premise of this work. I recommend it highly!
J.Harrison –
Excellent Read!
Whether you are a believer or not, I think that everyone will be able to take something away from this story. It gives a wonderfully objective perspective on a very well known text and manages to reconcile the myth, with the documented truth of what was going on in the region at the time, ultimately resulting in an engaging and timeless tale of the oppressed fighting back against the oppressor.
The comic format lends itself all too well to bringing this story to life. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful.
Looking forward to diving into Bernard’s next work! Definitely an author to watch, with a sharp new perspective on theology. Helpful !
Scott Hansen, Author –
Compelling historical non-fiction!
Bernard has done something significant here. He has taken very complex subject matter and created a compelling story that believably reinterprets the religious history of the bronze age and the old testament. It is very well written and very well researched.
The subject of God is a very sensitive one. This book provides a wonderful objectivity to the subject that makes it a highly recommended reading for all of us – no matter what our religious beliefs. It is written more for the average person and not a devout biblical scholar.
We should all fully embrace the lofty goals outlined in the epilogue. Perhaps Bernard’s work will support the fostering of more love, peace and empathy in a world full of increasing violent religious rhetoric.