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A Man Called Blessed (The Caleb Books #2)
by
Ted Dekker (Goodreads Author),
Bill Bright
One man holds the key to finding the ark of the covenant.
In this explosive sequel to Blessed Child, Rebecca Soloman leads a team deep into the Ethiopian desert to hunt the one man who may know the final resting place of the Ark of the Covenant. But Islamic fundamentalists fear that the Ark's discovery will compel Israel to rebuild Soloman's temple on the very site of their...more
In this explosive sequel to Blessed Child, Rebecca Soloman leads a team deep into the Ethiopian desert to hunt the one man who may know the final resting place of the Ark of the Covenant. But Islamic fundamentalists fear that the Ark's discovery will compel Israel to rebuild Soloman's temple on the very site of their...more
Paperback, 356 pages
Published
April 1st 2006
by WestBow Press
(first published September 2nd 2002)
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I believe that this is a solid book. As with most Ted Dekker books, it is action-packed and captivating most of the way through. Even though it has a lot of it is action, there is plenty of good dialogue, and I specifically like Caleb’s time with Father Hadane in the desert. The story of Caleb is challenging and hopefully convicting for complacent Christianity that is so common in America today. As a 10 year old in Blessed Child, Caleb had an amazing faith and a pure heart for God, while at the...more
A sequel to "Blessed Child", it is a well written story about God's overwhelming love and and the fact that nothing is impossible for him. I could feel Caleb's confusion and loss of the relationship he had with God, and Rebecca's struggles with asserting herself as a leader in a male dominated field. What detracted from the story which was beautifully written by the way, was the manner which the Ark of the Covenant was... taken care of [I don't want to spoil the story.] As a Christian, I underst...more
Ted Dekker struck a chord within my heart through this journey. Bill Bright's input is evident in this work. Non-denominational Christianity is praised throughout the pages. If you are close-minded towards religion, this book may not benefit your beliefs. Instead, you will be challenged to think about God in a larger scope.
Who is God? How does He impact our lives in the modern-day world? How could my own life be touched by His Hand? Am I willing to allow Him to work unencumbered through me? Thes...more
Who is God? How does He impact our lives in the modern-day world? How could my own life be touched by His Hand? Am I willing to allow Him to work unencumbered through me? Thes...more
Dekker is a great writer. I enjoyed this sequel even better than the first book. There was a little bit of everything: history, intrigue, adventure, action, romance and of course a spiritual theme wound throughout the entire story. I especially enjoyed Rebecca, the new main character.
My one complaint is that after spending the entire book building up to a potentially explosive ending, it was all wrapped up so quickly and neatly. I anticipated an ending like that when I only had a few pages left...more
My one complaint is that after spending the entire book building up to a potentially explosive ending, it was all wrapped up so quickly and neatly. I anticipated an ending like that when I only had a few pages left...more
Amazing story. I liked A Man Called Blessed even more than Bright and Dekker's Blessed Child. This story related the young adult years of Caleb, the orphan boy who was adopted by Jason and Leiah in the first book. Caleb is back at the rebuilt monastery in Ethiopia with his parents, struggling to find his way as he has lost his ability to connect with God. In the meantime, Israel and her Arab neighbors are embroiled in the ongoing hatred of each other that consumes them. Enter Rebecca Solomon, tr...more
In this sequel to A Child Called Blessed, the child is grown up now and living in the Ethopian desert with his parents and a bunch of monks. It would seem he's destined to live out his life in obscurity, but an Israeli group discovers that the place where he is living may be the secret hiding place of the Ark of the Covenant! So then of course there is an expedition that sets out to recover the ark, with a group of Arab militants right on their heels. Will the ark be restored to Israel, or will...more
the sequel to Blessed Child. (view spoiler)
The thrust of this book was that God no longer dwelt within an ark of wood and gold, but within the ark of our hearts. Not nearly as good as its predecessor.
The thrust of this book was that God no longer dwelt within an ark of wood and gold, but within the ark of our hearts. Not nearly as good as its predecessor.
The first part of the book, the trek through the dessert got very boring and stupid, so I found this book extremely hard to get into. Upon stubborning it out, the story picked up and the remainder of the book was much better. Maybe if I'd read the Child book first I would have already been into the characters and the experience wouldn't have been quite as torturous. Throw out the first half and you'd have a pretty good book.
The sequel to "A Blessed Child", but not nearly as good. I had a hard time getting into this book. Once I did, I liked it well enough, but it didn't capture me and sweep me away as I like a book to do. I've found that's the case for many of Ted Dekker's books actually. With the exception of the Circle trilogy they've all been books I haven't had any problems putting down.
On the other hand, with the exception of "Thr3e" (which disappointed me) they've also all been books that fascinated me by wha...more
On the other hand, with the exception of "Thr3e" (which disappointed me) they've also all been books that fascinated me by wha...more
I started this one, got about a third of the way through and for whatever reason stopped. When I picked it up again in this my "summer of reading", I realized it was a sequel and waited to get my hands on the first book. I'm glad I did. In fact, I think I liked the first book best, but not by a huge margin.
This book picks up the story of Caleb, an orphan raised for the first ten years of his life in almost total isolation in an Ethiopian monastery, 15 years later. He's a man now, not 10-year-old...more
This book picks up the story of Caleb, an orphan raised for the first ten years of his life in almost total isolation in an Ethiopian monastery, 15 years later. He's a man now, not 10-year-old...more
Upon receiving this book I had no idea it was a sequel. Though it's better to have read the first book, it's not impossible to read this as a stand-alone. I remember it being enjoyable, and like all of Dekker's novels the spiritual/religious bent is well done and enriching and not over zealous.
Ted Dekker's writing is always amazing, but A Man Called Blessed isn't as hard-hitting or edgy as most of his later works. Still, fans of Mr. Dekker's writings will find plenty to love about this one, though it helps to read Blessed Child first.
15 years after the events in Blessed Child, Rebecca is sent to Ethiopia on a mission to fins and recover The Ark of the Covenant. Palestinian forces follow and try to stop her. As the Jews focus on the need to rebuild the Temple on the Mount, Arabs are mobilizing to make war.
Caleb is at the monastery and is forced to flee into the desert with Rebecca following him - he is the key to ark's location. Ismael following her to kill her. In the desert they find truth and love. And Caleb finds his bele...more
Caleb is at the monastery and is forced to flee into the desert with Rebecca following him - he is the key to ark's location. Ismael following her to kill her. In the desert they find truth and love. And Caleb finds his bele...more
There is only so much you can do with the Ark of the Covenant, however, the story as a whole, held my attention and I enjoyed the read. Again, it's been years since I read the entirety of the book, but that's what my memory is telling me.
More action (including killing) than I thought Bill Bright would be associated with, but the idea that God's presence is now in our hearts rather than the Ark of the Covenant makes this worthwhile. Great climax.
Holiday reading! Not a terrible thriller, but I'm not sure it would be make it outside the Christian fiction genre. I enjoyed and was encouraged by Bill Bright's signature "don't lose your first love" message.
Another TD page turner! I liked this book as much, if not more, than "Blessed Child". Action, adventure, good vs. evil, history, theology and a little romance...true Dekker style. And all with a powerful message. I BELIEVE!!!
This book is another example of ted Dekker painting a wonderfully realistic depiction of the journey of faith, inside a intense and captivating storyline.
Very good book. Did like Blessed Child better but this is still good. I love the way that Dekker gets to the heart of the relationship between man and God.
Bill Bright founder of Campus Crusade for Christ and Dekker joined forces. Mr. Bright is now gone from this earth, but his other books are great, too!
A great story, following on from Blessed Child. Sad to see how Caleb had lost his childhood faith, but good to see how God gently draws him back.
Marvelous sequel to Blessed Child. Again, deeply drawn, realistic, characters, and nonstop action make this a fabulous read. Dekker at his purest.
I wouldn't say it's my favorite Dekker, but it was really good. In true Dekker style, things were kept moving and the suspense and tension high. :-D
Let me just say right off the bat that I love me some Dekker, and I find his novels (and series) great. Okay, I didn't like this as much as the first book and I felt that some of the plot was predictable. I felt that Ishmael's death was an "um okay" moment which left me sad and craving for something better. Like everything that gives the protagonists trouble end up getting killed off by the end, which I guess is how Dekker likes to do it. With that said I thought it was an intriguing story, I es...more
Feb 20, 2013
Stephanie
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It's sad and a bit morbid for a long time. Do NOT read this as your first Dekker book. Otherwise, a good one.
Awesome page turner. Better than the First I thought! Good fiction on the conflict with Christians, Jews and Muslims.
Jan 01, 2013
Emery
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Had to read this book as the second in a great theme by Ted. Enjoyed it immensely.
Aug 06, 2011
Kendra Smith
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Near the top of my list of the Dekker books I have read.
As the second in the series, this book did not let me down.
Enjoyed this book and set of books very much
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Ted Dekker is known for novels that combine adrenaline-laced stories with unexpected plot twists, unforgettable characters, and incredible confrontations between good and evil. Ted lives in Austin with his wife LeeAnn and their four children.
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