Mbuvi, Dr. Andrew M.
African Biblical Studies: Unmasking Embedded Racism and Colonialism in Biblical Studies
- ISBN 13:
- 9780567707758
- author:
- Mbuvi, Dr. Andrew M.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- T&T Clark
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 248
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Religion, Christianity, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
African Biblical Studies offers a fresh perspective on the discipline, one that critiques its colonialist underpinnings and advocates for a more inclusive approach. Andrew M. Mbuvi argues that the emergence of biblical studies in the West is deeply tied to the colonial project, which has had a lasting impact on the field's methodology and frameworks. The existing power dynamics in biblical studies have led to the marginalization of non-Western approaches, perpetuating racist and imperialist tendencies. However, African Biblical Studies presents an alternative framework that prioritizes readings from the perspective of marginalized communities. By destabilizing dominant Euro-American approaches and problematizing the biblical text itself, this work offers a more anti-colonial and anti-racist approach to interpretation. This book provides a timely critique of the discipline and its ongoing impact on our understanding of the Bible and its relevance in today's world.
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