Son of Man by Sylfest Lomheim offers a groundbreaking retelling of the life of Jeshua, the figure known to the world as Jesus. This novel departs from traditional gospel narratives, providing a fresh and humanized perspective on Jeshua's journey from a modest upbringing in Nazareth to becoming a profound prophet. Through vivid storytelling, Lomheim explores the struggles, wisdom, and humanity of Jeshua, presenting a story that challenges conventional beliefs while deeply engaging readers.
A narrative filled with historical accuracy and compelling details, Son of Man invites both believers and non-believers to reimagine the story of one of history’s most influential figures. It’s a tale that resonates with modern audiences, blending the sacred with the ordinary, and offering new insights into a life that has shaped Western civilization.
Title: Son of man
Original Language Title: Menneskesonen
Genre: Novel
Language: Norwegian (Original) / English (Rights Available)
Publisher: Kolofon Forlag AS
ISBN: 9788230021941
Publication Date: March 2021
Copyright Year: 2021
Format: Hardback
Pages: 174
Page size: 218x140
Edition: 1
Author Biography
Sylfest Lomheim, born in 1945, a wellknown Norwegian academic, professor of linguistics and translation theory. Member of the group of three experts (chosen by the Bible Society) who wrote the new version of the gospels, as part of the last translation of the Bible, published in 2011.
Lomheim was the first director of the Norwegian Language Council, from 2003 to 2011; in 1997 he was state secretary of the Government.
After his retirement, he has written two novels – Son of Man being the last of them.