Product guide

We Who Wrestle with God: Perceptions of the Divine

We Who Wrestle with God: Perceptions of the Divine by Jordan B. Peterson explores biblical stories through psychological and spiritual interpretation. This 576-page English-language book discusses accounts including Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Elijah, and Jonah.

At a glance

Interprets familiar biblical narratives through psychological and spiritual perspectives.
Covers stories including the Fall, Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Elijah, and Jonah.
The 576-page length suits readers prepared for an extended, detailed discussion.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Connects biblical narratives with questions about psychology, spirituality, society, and meaning.
Covers multiple foundational stories rather than focusing on a single biblical figure or episode.

Cons

At 576 pages, this is a substantial read rather than a concise introduction.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Portfolio
Publication date	November 19, 2024
Language	English
Print length	576 pages
ISBN-10	0593542533
ISBN-13	978-0593542538

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	6.24 x 1.73 x 9.24 inches
Weight listed	2.31 pounds

What to know before buying

Customer feedback reports that readers often find the content insightful and helpful, while reactions to readability and writing style vary. Several describe it as difficult or too wordy, so buyers seeking a brief, easy read may want to consider the length and style reports.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers interested in psychological and spiritual interpretations of biblical stories.
Readers willing to spend time with a long-form discussion of Western religious narratives.

Less suited to

Readers looking for a short, concise overview of biblical narratives.
Readers who prefer consistently accessible prose, given mixed feedback on readability and style.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 3,257 ratings

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Customer feedback highlights the book's perceived insight, with readers describing a synthesis of psychology and theology and finding the material helpful or thought-provoking. Reactions to the writing and ease of reading are mixed, and some find it too wordy. That trade-off matters for a 576-page discussion: it may suit readers who want an extended interpretation of biblical narratives, but less so those seeking a concise or consistently easy read. Aggregate ratings are generally favorable, but ratings alone do not explain individual readers' reasons.

Positive themes

Customers describe the content as insightful, helpful, and thought-provoking.
Some readers appreciate its synthesis of psychology and theology.

Negative themes

Some readers find the prose challenging to read.
Some describe the book as too wordy.

Mixed feedback

Writing style and readability receive mixed reactions.

Frequently asked questions

What does We Who Wrestle with God discuss?

The listing describes psychological and spiritual interpretations of biblical stories, including those of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Elijah, and Jonah.

How long is the book?

The listed print length is 576 pages.

Is it a concise or easy read?

It is a substantial book, and customer feedback is mixed on readability and writing style. Some readers find it challenging or too wordy.