Title: The Idol of Knowledge and the Shepherd's Staff
Subtitle: From the Curse of Knowledge to the Light of Wisdom
Description: This book is a powerful spiritual call to return to the simplicity of the Gospel. Pastor Azeem Tariq explores the "Idol of Knowledge," illustrating how intellectual pride can become a "New Tower of Babel" that distances believers from God. By contrasting the "Laboratory" (human analysis) with the "Temple" (spiritual worship), the author encourages readers to lay down the "Sword of Knowledge" and pick up the "Shepherd's Staff"—embracing the humble, connected, and spirit-led life that Jesus modeled for His disciples
Subjects: Christianity, Humility, Theology vs Faith, Spiritual Wisdom, Pastoral Ministry, Tower of Babel, Simplicity, Biblical Studies, Religious Philosophy, Christian Living.
Places: Pakistan, Vehari, Garden of Eden, Babylon (Babel), The Temple, The Laboratory, The Third Heaven.
People: Jesus Christ (as the Great Shepherd), The Disciples (as unlearned world-shakers), King Solomon (on the vanity of knowledge), Apostle Paul (on love vs. knowledge), Adam and Eve (on the Tree of Knowledge), Rev. Azeem Tariq.
Time periods: The book deals with eternal Biblical truths but is specifically addressed to the modern era (21st Century), critiquing current academic and scientific pressures within the church.