The Year of Living Biblically
One Man's Humble Quest to Follow the Bible as Literally as Possible
by:
A. J. Jacobs
Summary:
The book chronicles the author's experiment to adhere strictly to the rules and guidelines of the Bible for an entire year, exploring the challenges and insights gained from living according to ancient religious prescriptions in modern society. He navigates both the Old and New Testament teachings, engaging with various religious communities and confronting the practicalities of literal biblical adherence.
Key points:
1. Literal Bible Interpretation: The book discusses Jacobs' attempt, as an agnostic, to follow all Bible rules literally, including lesser-known ones.
