Readers' comments :

(May 2012) -- "A great viewpoint!" ML

"It's meaty. We read a few pages at a time and discuss them." MA

(March 2011) (Re: The Two Principles and the Five Questions) -- "You make what could easily be complicated and confusing into a relatively simple and straight forward concept for beginning an intelligent study of the Gospels from what could be for many or most people, a fresh take on Christianity. Or for that matter, other faiths as well. Certainly a more nearly universal approach to spirituality and religion." BB

"A beautifully written book. Compelling. Original." JW

"I find it ironic that I could never digest the Bible no matter how I tried. ... The way you interpret it makes sense to me. ... Chapter Four is amazing. I read Chapter Seven ... Your three unforgivable sins at first appear dull and benign. But you show they are indeed our stumbling blocks." HM

"You sure made me think about the teachings of Jesus." TS ---> "Lucid. I agree with most of what you say ... elegantly written." AC

"You have a wonderful interpretation of forgiveness." DG ---> "Very creative. You present a great argument against war." Bishop --

"You are spot on!! You nailed it!! Better than best-selling authors, and political pundits. Bravo to you! JJ

"The great lesson of John Manimas is that the ego-steward must become the eco-steward." CH, student at Goucher College.

Comments from 2016:

Rev. C. C. (retired UCC pastor): From the Table of Contents through the Foreword, Introduction, and the succeeding chapters, John Manimas presents a compelling argument for understanding the parables of Jesus in Matthew's Gospel as science-based principles that will protect and preserve this fragile planet for all life.  Manimas brings a lifetime of study, reflection, research, and his own intuitive understanding of human culture, religion and tradition to bear on this refreshing and life-enhancing interpretation of the message of Jesus.  As a retired pastor, teacher and theologian, I find wisdom, hope and realistic applications on every page.  Rational, articulate, positive, this book energizes and affirms those of us who dedicate our lives to healing and saving the planet and every living thing in creation.

R.G. (political activist, business owner): I loved it . . . [your] writing is clear, profound, and transformative.  Good job.  Your book sharpened and clarified my thinking on Jesus' message.

B. M. E.  (retired science teacher): With no formal religious training, I found Primacy of Stewardship tough going. But I persevered because the premise intrigued me: that like myself, Jesus was a teacher of science. What he taught was not morality, but rather how to care for ourselves, our neighbors and the Earth -- that is, the primary importance of good stewardship. In a single book, Mr Manimas erased my doubts about being a good person because I had rejected organized religion.

(T.M., May 2017) Primacy is helpful to any reader who is an active church member because it clarifies the message and meaning of Jesus.  The book is never boring.  The author is scientific and neutral toward traditional religious doctrines.  A reader who completes the book will want to pass it on to a friend, as I did, suggesting that they also pass it on to another.  The author is an objective writer who describes the relationships among the major religions without favoring one institution or belief system.  Anyone completing this delightful volume will find themselves enlightened and blessed.