Eat This Book

Eat This Book

Eat This Book is a work of literature written by Eugene H. Peterson. The book is a part of a series that focuses on spiritual theology. The main theme of the book is the art of Biblical Meditation and how it can be used to improve one's spiritual life.

Overview

Eat This Book encourages readers to read the Bible not just as a document to be interpreted, but as a form of participation in a faith community. Peterson emphasizes the necessity of absorbing the Bible into our daily lives, akin to eating a book. The title of the book is derived from the Book of Revelation (10:9-10), where John of Patmos is told to eat a scroll, symbolizing the internalization of the message.

Content

The book is divided into three parts. The first part, "Eat This Book", discusses the importance of Lectio Divina, a traditional monastic practice of scriptural reading, meditation, and prayer intended to promote communion with God. The second part, "Meditatio", explores the history of Biblical Meditation and its role in spiritual formation. The third part, "Resurrection", discusses the implications of the Resurrection of Jesus on the interpretation of the Bible.

Reception

Eat This Book has been well received by readers and critics alike for its insightful and thought-provoking exploration of Biblical meditation. It has been praised for its depth, clarity, and practical application.

See Also

• Eugene H. Peterson
• Biblical Meditation
• Lectio Divina
• Book of Revelation

References

• Peterson, Eugene H. (2006). Eat This Book: A Conversation in the Art of Spiritual Reading. Eerdmans. ISBN 0-8028-2949-1.