cross of Bethlehem, The
Book Description
In this powerful memoir, Ro'i Tov chronicles his profound spiritual journey as a Christian Israeli military officer navigating the treacherous waters between duty and conscience. Growing up as an outsider in the close-knit kibbutzim communities of the Jordan Valley, Tov discovers that his intellectual gifts become both blessing and burden, ultimately leading him into military service that challenges everything he believes about faith and morality.
Faced with orders that conflict with his deepest convictions, including commands to use force against civilians, Tov must choose between blind obedience to his country and loyalty to his spiritual principles. His decision to follow his conscience sets in motion a dramatic sequence of events that transforms him from soldier to refugee, as he flees Israel with dangerous knowledge of what he has witnessed.
What follows is an extraordinary odyssey across continents, from the temples of Thailand to the vastness of China, from American soil to the landscapes of South America. Throughout this high-stakes journey, Tov grapples with fundamental questions about faith, justice, and the courage required to speak truth in the face of overwhelming opposition.
This gripping account offers readers a rare glimpse into the internal struggle of a man torn between competing loyalties, while exploring timeless themes of spiritual awakening, moral courage, and the transformative power of following one's authentic path despite enormous personal cost.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~9 hours)
📄 Length: 336 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Vie chrétienne
- ✓ Explore Juifs convertis au christianisme
- ✓ Explore Autobiography and memoir
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Réfugiés
- ✓ Explore Christian life
- ✓ Explore Armed Forces
- ✓ Explore Refugees
