Books Like Knowing God

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Simon Vance reads Knowing God in the measured, unhurried register that suits extended theological reflection — his clarity of diction keeps dense doctrinal passages from becoming airless, and the effect over the runtime is less lecture than slow immersion. These recommendations share that same deliberate, considered tone: several are by Vance himself, and the list skews toward titles that reward attention rather than rush.

10 books for fans of Knowing God

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    The Tao of Pooh

    The Way, With The Enchanted Neighborhood

    by Benjamin Hoff, Ernest H. Shepard

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    Pooh Bear becomes an unlikely Taoist master as Hoff demonstrates how the silly old bear's simple approach to life embodies ancient Chinese wisdom.

    4.01 Goodreads (131.4K ratings)
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    The Wisdom of the Shire: A Short Guide to a Long and Happy Life

    by Noble Smith, Peter S. Beagle

    3.84 Goodreads (1.3K ratings)
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    The Art Of Living

    by Thich Nhat Hanh

    4.44 Goodreads (11.3K ratings)
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    Living Untethered: Beyond the Human Predicament cover

    Living Untethered: Beyond the Human Predicament

    by Michael A. Singer

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    Building on The Untethered Soul, Singer offers a compass for moving beyond human limitations toward self-realization and lasting happiness in our search for deeper meaning.

    4.43 Goodreads (10.9K ratings)
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    The Knowledge of the Holy

    by A.W. Tozer

    4.41 Goodreads (29.2K ratings)
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    Feeding the Soul (Because It's My Business): Finding Our Way to Joy, Love, and Freedom (A Feeding the Soul Book)

    by Tabitha Brown

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    Before becoming the internet's favorite plant-based cook, Tabitha Brown battled undiagnosed autoimmune pain that changed everything about her relationship with food and authenticity. Her path from actress to wellness advocate offers practical hope and genuine wisdom.

    4.41 Goodreads (8.2K ratings)
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    The Love Dare

    by Stephen Kendrick

    4.39 Goodreads (62.7K ratings)
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    Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

    by Lindsay C. Gibson

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    Clinical insights meet practical healing strategies as Gibson helps readers recognize emotional immaturity patterns and develop healthier relationship skills. Her framework for understanding selfish, rejecting, and emotionally absent parents provides both validation and actionable solutions.

    4.35 Goodreads (94.6K ratings)