REVIEWS
- drvictorauthor
- Feb 21
- 9 min read
Updated: Jul 31
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2025
Hopefully, as one matures one moves from thoughts and ideas instilled by one’s parents to the formulation of thoughts and ideas that are our own. That being the case, change requires reading, exploring, listening and often experimentation.
In “God is Not a Noun”, the author reflects on one aspect of his growth, his personal spiritual growth. He takes the reader along the complex journey of his own discovery and questioning of ideas and beliefs he learned as a young boy into adulthood. He also presents a brief history of several Eastern religions.
One of the truths he learns along the way is the importance of asking questions related to prayer. He writes: “The answer to learning to live with the questions is trying to find the answers and dictate the outcomes to life’s important questions. We need to learn to love the question itself. We need to learn to love the question itself. We need to learn to love the prayer itself. And we still pray for meanings and answers. But the mission is the journey.
“The path is not laid out for us anymore when we pray. Truth is pathless land. Instead of trying to find the path we need to try to find how to enjoy the journey. We cannot be so arrogant and foolish to think the God is there to take care of our wishes.” “I’m starting to learn to embrace the question. I’m starting to learn how to actually love the Mystery itself. I’m starting to love the searching, even though there might not be any discovery at the end of the rainbow..”
It is evident Mr. Guerra reflected a great deal as he wrote his book. Those currently traveling their own spiritual journey or those wanting to reflect on their past spiritual journey would find “God is Not a Noun” an excellent read.
victor marquez
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2025
I grew up in a religious family. I will not mention the religion but it was one of the most cultish one could be involved in. I was fortunate to have left it when I was in my early 30’s. I admire those that seek answers without organized religion.
This book is the spiritual journey of a modern pilgrim. It explores the idea of combining religion, mystical precepts and logic. And if it’s possible to be a believer without being adherent to a belief system. It is also good, brief history and introduction to Hinduism, Sikhism, Taoism and being a born-again Christian.
But it’s also an enjoyable and intriguing story, about hitchhiking through the SW United States, in the VietNam War era. He meets with highly acclaimed spiritual masters, learning good things and bad things about them. He spends years traveling, meeting with New Age people, looking for “cosmic consciousness”. But the best part is the discussion of E.S.P. and paranormal occurrences. The first chapter is about serendipity and has one of the weirdest stories I ever heard.
Juventino Guzman
5.0 out of 5 stars A thoughtful delve into a personal and entertaining life search for the origin of the God concept
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2025
This author contemplates the possibility of psychic phenomenon creating the origin of scripture. And, can Christianity peacefully coexist with Humanism? This and other novel ideas make this very thought-provoking reading. His spiritual journey as a young man reflects a unique time in the American counterculture. He was searching for meaning in the age of Aquarius.
I particularly liked the stories of travelling with a born-again Christian tent ministry. I remember that era when the Jesus movement came on the scene. We used to call them "holy rollers". He felt like he found a home with evangelicals, but was puzzled as to why they refused to study and discuss other ideas.
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2025
I have been a Christian all my life. My faith has carried me through the rough spots in life. It has been an anchor through many crises. It continues to encourage me to stay positive even through the turbulent times in the lives of my children and grandchildren. The last few decades have created an erosion of faith in many people I know. Some feel that Christianity is merely a worn-out tradition that is not relevant in modern life.
This book acknowledges this fact and invites people to look at their Christian faith, and reexamine the relevance of Christ teaching, separate from the dogma of organized religion. Perhaps when they strip away the politics and history of these churches, and the egos and opinions of those who administer them, they will find the pure essence of Christ’s timeless message.
There is an urgent message here. He is passionately calling for a look at how religions were created, and a return to the real roots of the teachings. And how perceived “revelations” of God have corrupted the original truth of Jesus' teaching, and turned into such a catastrophe, eventually killing thousands of people.
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2025
It is unusual for me to read an entire book in one day...but this is an unusual book and I couldn't put it down! The author describes his spiritual journey that includes Christian "fanaticism" and Eastern mysticism and eventually to his personal relationship with the Divine. He has the ability to describe deeply complicated doctrines and beliefs in a way that anyone could understand. I highly recommend diving into this book if you desire a deeper understanding of the quest for Truth!
Robert D.
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2025
God Is Not a Noun is not just a book—it’s a conversation with your soul. Dr. Victor Guerra fearlessly dismantles religious conventions and invites us to reimagine what it means to seek God. Drawing from personal experience, Eastern philosophy, Christianity, and moments of uncanny synchronicity, Guerra offers a refreshingly honest and deeply human spiritual memoir.
What makes this book stand out is its humility. Rather than preaching answers, it embraces the mystery of life, love, and consciousness. The stories—ranging from encounters with spiritual teachers to moments of profound telepathy—are raw, relatable, and often astonishing.
If you're disillusioned with rigid religious systems but still crave something meaningful and sacred, this book is for you. It's not anti-religion—it's post-religion. A perfect read for seekers, skeptics, and anyone who believes that the divine can’t be boxed in by nouns, dogma, or doctrine.
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2025
This book is interesting to read as a story and also a philosophical discussion. It made me start to wonder about the possibility of telepathy. And did it have a role in creating some of the world's religions? I'm under 30 and when I read this I got some insight into the Woodstock generation. I never knew what people were talking about when they talked about the "New Age" movement but now I do. I think every young man can relate to the experience of needing to find your own way. And not just automatically following the way we were taught by our parents, and the religion we grew up in.
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2025
There is some amazing and interesting stuff here. The author goes back and forth between talking about spiritual hippie days in Austin and hitchhiking through the Southwest in the 1970’s. He meets and learns important lessons with many gurus. Ram Das is prominent here, so, if you liked the book “Be Here Now” you may like this book. It’s good to read just as an interesting story to reflect on the New Age from personal experience. And alternative lifestyles that most are not aware of. Like the Rainbow People who live on national forest land.
He goes on a philosophical discussion about what he learned as a spiritual seeker in a different era, but also what is applicable to every young adult just formulating ideas about why they are here in this world.
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2025
I have been a Christian all my life. My faith has carried me through the rough spots in life. It has been an anchor through many crises. It continues to encourage me to stay positive even through the turbulent times in the lives of my children and grandchildren. The last few decades have created an erosion of faith in many people I know. Some feel that Christianity is merely a worn-out tradition that is not relevant in modern life.
This book acknowledges this fact and invites people to look at their Christian faith, and reexamine the relevance of Christ teaching, separate from the dogma of organized religion. Perhaps when they strip away the politics and history of these churches, and the egos and opinions of those who administer them, they will find the pure essence of Christ’s timeless message.
There is an urgent message here. He is passionately calling for a look at how religions were created, and a return to the real roots of the teachings. And how perceived “revelations” of God have corrupted the original truth of Jesus' teaching, and turned into such a catastrophe, eventually killing thousands of people.
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025
Victor Guerra has been a "seeker" for his entire adult life. In "God is Not a Noun", he retraces his steps on this journey and shares the ups and downs, detours and surprises that he encountered on his path.
His perspective is refreshing to all readers, regardless of their past or current religious identities. As an active and practicing Jew, I found his journey refreshing and thought-provoking. While religious affiliation in America is somewhat on the wane, the thirst for meaning and connection is as strong as ever, perhaps even stronger! All seekers will find "food for thought" as they join Victor on his journey.
Chaka B.
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2025
They say "write about what you know." And this author knows his stuff! Deeply entertaining and full of valuable lessons, Dr. Guerra takes the reader on an adventure through a time period that is rich in self-discovery. If you explored the "new age" of hippies, religion, cults, and eastern spirituality in the 1960s and '70s you will recognize a lot of the people and places in this book. If you are unaware of the major social upheaval of that era that gave us the now omnipresent yoga/natural food/wellness world we live in today then you're in for a treat. Dr. Guerra lived it and now masterfully tells the tale as an authority/elder while still remaining vulnerable and humble. A must read for any seeker of personal growth!
Rachel Martinez
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating concepts, great story . Did Saul of Tarsus hear telepathy or the voice of God?
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2025
There are some challenging ideas here. And some pretty funny stories. This guy had a lot of teachers including a swami, a preacher, and a tree. I highly recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2025
A Profound and Liberating Perspective!
"God is Not a Noun" is a book that will challenge your assumptions and transform your understanding of the divine. Victor Guerra's insightful exploration of the limitations of language and traditional notions of God is both profound and liberating.
With refreshing honesty and vulnerability, Guerra invites readers to embark on a journey of discovery, stripping away the static concepts and embracing a dynamic, relational, and experiential understanding of God.
This book is an invitation to intimacy, freedom, and a deeper connection with the mystery that underlies all existence. Guerra's writing is accessible, and infused with a sense of wonder and awe.
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2025
Entertaining and enlightening! This book made me think --- of faith, spirituality, societal norms, childhood religious teachings, and eternity. I gleaned awareness of my own sense of sacredness by learning about the author's years of searching, seeking, and adventuring. The personal anecdotes and experiences he shared made such a deep subject an easier read. I am left pondering the mystery of life, and of death. I want to read more.
Alan Liebowitz PhD.
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2025
I really liked the introduction of learning about the history and beliefs of some eastern religions. Especially Hinduism and Taoism. I did not know very much about those religious traditions. It has a few hilarious parts about being a "tree hugger", and getting thrown in the Las Vegas jail for Jesus. He gets thrown in jail with some Jesus freaks. He says “We were so happy, that instead of taking us to jail, you would have thought they were taking us to Disneyland.”
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Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2025
In this book are some thought-provoking philosophical discussions I never ran across before. What is the role of psychic phenomena in creating religion? This author reminds us that the members of every religion see their own scriptural stories as God’s communication and revelation, but another religion’s scriptural stories as mythology. This is a great book with a worldwide message that is desperately needed today, with all the violence that is perpetrated as religious tradition.
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