What insights and new depths of faith do you think you would gain if you were to be able to watch the crucifixion of Jesus alongside the witnesses who were there, and watch them as they watch the crucifixion? How would your understanding of Good Friday deepen? You can't go back in time and really do this, of course, but reading this book may be the next best thing.

By Amy-Jill Levine. Trade paperback. Six chapters focusing on different witnesses, plus an introduction focusing on Simon of Cyrene and a conclusion focusing on God and nature.

A great read during Lent (or any time), a good resource for a Lenten sermon series or small group study.