The Enlightenment Trilogy by Jed McKenna (Book Review)

Frank Turek's "Spiritual Warfare" delves into the realities of spiritual conflict, providing insights into the strategies and tactics employed by the demonic realm. The book explores the biblical basis for spiritual warfare, examining relevant passages and theological concepts. Turek offers practical advice on how to recognize, resist, and overcome spiritual attacks, emphasizing the importance of prayer, spiritual disciplines, and reliance on God's power. He addresses common misconceptions and fears surrounding spiritual warfare, encouraging readers to engage with this topic with faith and courage. The book serves as a guide for navigating the spiritual battles that Christians may face in their lives.

In 'The Denial of Death', Ernest Becker discusses the psychological and philosophical implications of how people and cultures react to the concept of death. He argues that human civilization is a defense mechanism against the knowledge of our mortality, and that this denial is a necessary component of functioning in the world. Becker's work challenges traditional Freudian thought by positing that the primary repression is not sexuality, but rather the awareness of death. He also explores how this fear of death leads to the creation of 'hero systems' and symbols that help individuals transcend their mortality, and how this can result in violence and conflict when different immortality projects clash.

The book is part of Jed McKenna's series on spiritual enlightenment and focuses on the idea of abiding non-dual awareness. It emphasizes the importance of releasing the 'tiller' – a metaphor for letting go of fear and ego-based control – to allow for a higher intelligence to guide one's life. The book is known for its direct and sometimes confrontational style, aiming to dismantle deeply held beliefs and guide readers towards true spiritual awakening.