Gender, Power, and Persuasion: The Genesis Narratives and Contemporary Portraits

by Mignon R. Jacobs

Gender, Power, and Persuasion peels away centuries-old misconceptions about biblical narratives that have been used to perpetuate gender roles, reinforce biases, and wield power. Probing the dynamics between God and humans and between the genders in the book of Genesis, this thoughtful work provides a new understanding of relational and functional types of power and the strategies of persuasion. Helpful tables and the inclusion of nuances in the Hebrew language further clarify the complex interrelationships underlying key communications and actions. Mignon R. Jacobs's philosophical approach raises pertinent questions and suggests conclusions that sometimes surprise and always intrigue. This book will stimulate the scholar, inform the church leader, and deepen the knowledge of the serious Christian reader.

Genres: Religion

272 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2007

Reviews

[Kylie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was an interesting scholarly read about how power is portrayed in the book of Genesis. The problem was that it read like a university paper that needed just a few more pages to meet the assignment's requirement and so it was fluffed. This is one of those books that need a good editor to cut at least a quarter of it- because that's how much repetition and filler there is.