The Personal Beliefs of Jimmy Carter

by Jimmy Carter

Former President Jimmy Carter has won the respect and affection of millions for his long and illustrious career as a humanitarian, a peacemaker, and an active promoter of human rights around the world. The Nobel Committee recognized President Carter’s remarkable achievements by awarding him the Peace Prize in October 2002 for his accomplishments fostering peace during his presidency and his tireless work after leaving office monitoring elections, promoting peaceful resolutions to conflict, and helping provide food, shelter, and healthcare to the world’s poor.

Now, in The Personal Beliefs of Jimmy Carter , readers have for the first time in one volume the complete text of his spiritual autobiography, Living Faith , in which President Carter shares the values and experiences that have shaped his life, and Sources of Strength , fifty-two of his favorite Bible lessons that he has taught at his hometown church in Plains, Georgia, over the decades. These radiant works beautifully capture how President Carter has transformed his deep religious faith into an enduring course of action that has brought life and hope to those most in need. Bestsellers when they first published, these two books are even more resonant today as we continue to search for the answers to life’s most meaningful questions.

Genres: Nonfiction, Biography

560 pages, Paperback

First published December 3, 2002

About the author

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James Earl Carter, Junior, known as Jimmy, the thirty-ninth president of the United States from 1977 to 1981, creditably established energy-conservation measures, concluded the treaties of Panama Canal in 1978, negotiated the accords of Camp David between Egypt and Israel in 1979, and won the Nobel Prize of 2002 for peace.

Ronald Wilson Reagan defeated Jimmy Carter, the incumbent, in the presidential election of 1980.

He served and received. Carter served two terms in the senate of Georgia and as the 76th governor from 1971 to 1975.

Carter created new Cabinet-level Department of education. A national policy included price decontrol and new technology. From 1977, people reduced foreign oil imports one-half to 1982. In foreign affairs, Carter pursued the second round of strategic arms limitation talks (SALT). Carter sought to put a stronger emphasis on human rights in 1979. People saw his return of the zone as a major concession of influence in Latin America, and Carter came under heavy criticism.

Iranian students in 1979 took over the American embassy and held hostages, and an attempt to rescue them failed; several additional major crises, including serious fuel shortages and the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, marked the final year of his tenure. Edward Moore Kennedy challenged significantly higher disapproval ratings of Carter for nomination of the Democratic Party before the election of 1980. Carter defeated Kennedy for the nomination lost the election to Ronald Wilson Reagan, a Republican.

Carter left office and with Rosalynn Smith Carter, his wife, afterward founded the nongovernmental center and organization that works to advance human rights. He traveled extensively to conduct, to observe elections, and to advance disease prevention and eradication in developing nations. He, a key, also figured in the project of habitat for humanity. Carter particularly vocalized on the Palestinian conflict.

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Reviews

[Shirley · Rating 3 out of 5]

I appreciate Jimmy Carter's point of view and different subjects.

[Andrew Greer · Rating 4 out of 5]

The complete texts of Carter's New York Times-bestselling spiritual autobiographies -- Sources of Strength and Living Faith. The backbone of why he interacted in the world the way he did resides in these tomes.

[Jenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

Leadership and Faith. For anyone who has ever asked themselves, "Why does anyone want to be President?" this book examines a man who has examined himself. We need more leaders like President Carter.

[Raji Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Last week, Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, celebrated his 100th birthday. His legacy is defined by an unwavering commitment to human rights, peace, and humanitarian causes. As President, Carter prioritized diplomacy, most notably mediating the Camp David Accords (significantly ending the 30 yr. hostility between Egypt and Israel and Egypt's recognition of Israel). After leaving office, he continued to advance global health, democracy, and conflict resolution through The Carter Center. A Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Carter's tireless efforts included peace negotiations, election monitoring, and fighting infectious diseases. He is also a prominent figure in Habitat for Humanity.

In 'The Personal Beliefs of Jimmy Carter,' the former President offers a heartfelt exploration of his spirituality, political philosophy, and personal ethics. Through its pages, Carter reveals the moral convictions that shaped his public service and humanitarian work. His reflections provide a candid look into the guiding principles that influenced both his presidency and his lifelong mission for justice, peace, and equality. The book is a testament to how deeply his beliefs impacted his pursuit of a better world. President Jimmy Carter was a member of the Democratic party.

[Alan Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Among my role models, Jimmy Carter stands out. He showed, through his words and deeds, life’s true priorities. Unlike the vast majority of politicians today, he was motivated by a genuine concern for all people. This book was actually two books combined. Loving people above material gains and power are shown through many examples. He had the potential to be a powerful man, but he chose a life of service. He gave me a fresh look at what we should be, not what we’ve become, as we too often give in to greed and power.