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The Savage Text: The Use and Abuse of the Bible
Misuse of the Bible has made hatred holy. In this provocative book, Adrian Thatcher argues that debates on sexuality currently raging through the churches are the latest outbreak in a long line of savage interpretations of the Bible. Fascinating reading for anyone concerned about the future of Christianity.
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240 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2008
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January 10, 2014
I first heard about this from an amazing radio segment on Nebraska Public Radio. I say "amazing" because it's had two old, retired ministers talking about books. I have to confess I wouldn't expect two codgers from the midwest to be so theologically inquisitive and progressive, but that only shows my own prejudice and limitations. In fact, they've given me MUCH to think about. Even after one of them passed away, the other kept going and still brings in guest reviewers on occasion.
This book was the recommendation of one of those guests, yet another progressive Christian minister. It's written by a British theologian, and I think the distance from American Protestantism helps his broader Christian perspective.
I finally found some liberal Christian teaching that may be too much even for me! But that's ok--it made me think, and continues to do so.
This book was the recommendation of one of those guests, yet another progressive Christian minister. It's written by a British theologian, and I think the distance from American Protestantism helps his broader Christian perspective.
I finally found some liberal Christian teaching that may be too much even for me! But that's ok--it made me think, and continues to do so.
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