“We Hold These Truths…”

Thomas Jefferson was the 3rd President of the United States and he also drafted a version of the Bible that created religious inquiry and historical intrigue from its inception.

In this thought-provoking exploration, author Thomas Huening embarks on a daring quest to unravel the complexities of faith, freedom, and the enigmatic legacy of one of America’s most iconic figures.

Drawing from his own experiences as a Catholic and a lifelong seeker of truth, Huening invites readers on a fascinating journey through the pages of history and scripture.

With keen insight and meticulous research, he unveils the hidden layers of Thomas Jefferson’s seminal work, “The Jefferson Bible,” shedding light on the motivations and beliefs that shaped the third U.S. president’s audacious attempt to redefine Christianity for a new era.

From Jefferson’s bold editorial decisions to his visionary advocacy for the separation of church and state, this book offers a compelling glimpse into the mind of a revolutionary thinker and statesman.

Through meticulous analysis and engaging prose, Huening uncovers the complexities of Jefferson’s worldview, challenging readers to reconsider their own perspectives on religion, politics, and the pursuit of truth.

Whether you’re a scholar of American history, a devout reader of the Bible, or simply a curious explorer of the human condition, “Thomas Jefferson’s Bible” promises to captivate and inspire.

Join Thomas Huening on a journey of discovery as he navigates the intersection of faith and reason, inviting readers to engage in a spirited dialogue that transcends the boundaries of time and belief.

 
Reviews
“Tom Huening’s newest book opened my eyes to another aspect of Jefferson’s genius: his capacity to capture what he felt were the truly important aspects of Jesus’s messages. Huening’s crisp writing in the first three parts of the book set the stage with an overview of the Bible’s evolution, the outline of Jefferson’s life, and a description of how Jefferson created his version of the Bible. These parts read like a great adventure story that engaged me on every page. Huening’s Part 4 offers comments on sections of Jefferson’s Bible, which expanded my awareness of the context behind the Bible’s parts that Jefferson felt were important. Part 5’s overview of responses to Jefferson’s work reveals how difficult it is for some to even consider alternate perspectives about their belief systems. Huening’s Part 6 conclusion clarifies Jefferson’s conviction that religion and politics need to remain separate and his view about the value in a diversity of beliefs that should be openly appreciated and discussed.” -Warren Blank
 
“Should America’s government be tied to specific religious identities, or should its people be free to practice, or not, whatever faith they may believe and accept? Thomas Jefferson’s Bible – Religious Freedom in America is a timely book by Thomas Huening that explores, with historical viewpoints, Jefferson’s version of the Bible and Jesus’s teachings. This informative and engaging book is a must-read whether you are inclined to believe that America is a Christian-founded nation to be ruled based on religious beliefs or is a secular nation.” -Juan Raigoza

About the Author
Thomas (Tom) Huening was a carrier-qualified Navy jet fighter pilot, commercial airline pilot, lawyer, CPA, elected county supervisor, and controller. His third and most recent book, Thomas Jefferson’s Bible, Freedom of Religion in America, updates the founding president’s cut and paste Bible version and renews his call for religious freedom and separation of church and state. Huening hosted Spiritual Choices, a local TV program interviewing local and national spiritual leaders with disparate points of view. Tom last wrote about a renegade priest in The Quintessential Good Samaritan, The Authorized Biography of John Joseph Kelly, Champion of Social Justice, released by Post Hill Press in 2022.