God Was Right

“Sublime and entirely original.” —Abigail Shrier, New York Times bestselling author of Bad Therapy and Irreversible Damage “God Was Right shows how considering Torah wisdom through modern data produces fascinating reading and highly practical truths. This is a must-read for any leader—from a parent to a president—who wants to get the best out of his people and the most out of life.” —Joe Lonsdale, managing partner of 8VC, cofounder of Palantir, Addepar, OpenGov, the Cicero Institute, and the University of Austin “God Was Right reads like a Bible commentary and a medical journal wrapped in a TED Talk. It’s easy to read, deeply insightful, and packed with biblical and scientific truths for everyday life. Mark Gerson has given us a gift that builds faith and challenges thinking.” —Stephen Martin, senior pastor at Vintage Church “God Was Right is where the profound meets the practical. This simply brilliant book draws from a vast array of different disciplines to provide deep wisdom and incredibly useful guidance that will engross and enlighten every reader.” —Marc Siegel, MD, professor of medicine at New York University Langone Medical Center, medical director of Doctor Radio on Sirius MD, and Fox News senior medical analyst “God Was Right reveals the Bible’s essence: the ultimate guidebook for people of all faiths, ready to provide the path to the good, fulfilling, and happy life. A masterpiece that will enrich the lives of all believers and seekers.” —Robert Stearns, founder and executive director of Eagles’ Wings “Mark Gerson’s new book, God Was Right, is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the timeless relevance and transformative power of the Torah. Modern social science is now proving that the Torah will enable you to live your best life right now.” —Gordon Robertson, CEO of the Christian Broadcasting Network

Mark Gerson, a New York–based entrepreneur and philanthropist, is the cofounder of Gerson Lehrman Group, 3I Members, United Hatzalah of Israel, and African Mission Healthcare—where he and his wife, Rabbi Erica Gerson, made the largest gift ever to Christian medical missionaries. A graduate of Williams College and Yale Law School, Mark is the author of the national bestseller The Telling: How Judaism’s Essential Book Reveals the Meaning of Life. Mark’s articles and essays on subjects ranging from Frank Sinatra to the biblical Jonah to the Torah and science of clothing have been published in The New Republic, USA Today, Commentary, and Christian Broadcast Network. Mark lives with his wife and their four children.