The postcolonial Biblical reader

This wide-ranging reader provides a comprehensive survey of the interaction between postcolonial criticism and biblical studies. It examines how various empires such as the Persian and Roman affected biblical narratives. It demonstrates how different biblical writers such as Paul, Matthew and Mark h...

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Contributors: Sugirtharajah, Rasiah S. ca. 20./21. Jh. (Other)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Malden, Mass. [u.a.] Blackwell 2006
In:Year: 2006
Reviews:The Postcolonial Biblical Reader. Edited by R. S. Sugirtharajah (2007) (Hunter, Alastair G.)
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Bible criticism / Political theology
IxTheo Classification:HA Bible
Further subjects:B Bible Postcolonial criticism
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Summary:This wide-ranging reader provides a comprehensive survey of the interaction between postcolonial criticism and biblical studies. It examines how various empires such as the Persian and Roman affected biblical narratives. It demonstrates how different biblical writers such as Paul, Matthew and Mark handled the challenges of empire. It includes examples of the practical application of postcolonial criticism to biblical texts. It considers contemporary issues such as diaspora, race, representation and territory. It features editorial commentary that draws out the key points to be made and creates a coherent narrative. - Theoretical practices -- Empires old and new -- Empire and exegesis -- Postcolonial concerns
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:140513349X