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Reading while Black : African American biblical interpretation as an exercise in hope

Reading while Black : African American biblical interpretation as an exercise in hope

McCaulley, Esau, author.
Book 2020

Reading Scripture from the perspective of Black church tradition can help us connect with a rich faith history and address the urgent issues of our times. Demonstrating an ongoing conversation between the collective Black experience and the Bible, New Testament scholar Esau McCaulley shares a personal and scholarly testament to the power and hope of Black biblical interpretation. -- Publisher's description

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ISBN:
9780830854868
Description:
ix, 198 pages ; 23 cm
Other Title:
African American biblical interpretation as an exercise in hope
Notes:
Includes a discussion guide
Includes bibliographical references (pages 187-194) and indexes
Contents:
The south got somethin' to say
Freedom is no fear
Tired feet, rested souls
Reading while black
Black and proud
What shall we do with this rage?
The freedom of the slaves
Conclusion: An exercise in hope
Bonus track: Further notes on the development of black ecclesial interpretation
LCCN:
bl2020033703
Control Number:
3050045
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