Books for the Thoughtful Conservative

Socialism is making a comeback—and so is the idea that “Jesus was a socialist.”

In this timely new book, Foundation for Economic Education president emeritus Lawrence W. Reed shows it is pure fantasy to believe that Jesus wanted earthly governments to redistribute wealth, centrally plan the economy, or impose welfare states.

Was Jesus a Socialist? expands on Reed’s immensely popular video for Prager University, which has attracted more than four million views online.

“With humor, direct quotation, and clear exposition, Mr. Reed demonstrates how Christianity and socialism, far from being in sync, are ultimately at odds with each other.” —Washington Times

“ I hope a lot of people will learn the truth from this book.” —Eric Metaxas, radio host and #1 New York Times bestselling author

“A timely, lively, learned and well-argued masterpiece that deftly demolishes the claims that Jesus was at heart a Marxist.”
—Steve Forbes