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Mentioned in 4 episodes
The book of Samuel
Book • 2009
The Book of Samuel tells the story of Samuel Gerard, a 12-year-old boy whose life is drastically changed when his father leaves on a religious quest to 'save the world.
' Samuel finds himself on a series of humorous and often chaotic adventures, from dealing with leeches and blowing up his friend's garage to navigating complex social issues like bullying, racism, and community violence.
As Samuel tries to make sense of his world, he faces crossroads of religion, community, family, and friends, ultimately leading to a life-changing decision that tests his courage and understanding of personal sacrifice.
' Samuel finds himself on a series of humorous and often chaotic adventures, from dealing with leeches and blowing up his friend's garage to navigating complex social issues like bullying, racism, and community violence.
As Samuel tries to make sense of his world, he faces crossroads of religion, community, family, and friends, ultimately leading to a life-changing decision that tests his courage and understanding of personal sacrifice.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Mentioned by Charlotte Gregory as the inspiration for the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus
RE-AIR: Conversations: So Are They Cousins Or Not?! The Love of Achilles & Patroclus w/ Charlotte Gregory
Mentioned by Meir Soloveichik in the context of discussing John Adams' letter about George Washington and the biblical allusion to the choice of a king in Israel based on height.
Washington, Adams, and the Israelite Monarchy
