Richards, Brandon J. O'Brien E. Randolph
Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes
- ISBN 13:
- 9780830837823
- author:
- Richards, Brandon J. O'Brien E. Randolph
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- IVP USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14.1 x 1.7 cm
- Genre:
- Religion & Spirituality, Bible, Criticism & Interpretation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding the Bible in its Cultural Context Brandon O'Brien and E. Randolph Richards explore how Western readers often misunderstand the cultural dynamics of the Bible. They identify nine key areas where modern Western assumptions differ from those of the biblical world, and show how greater self-awareness and understanding of cultural differences can lead to fresh and unexpected interpretations. By examining the cultural nuances of the Bible, O'Brien and Richards reveal how assumptions about dress, marriage, and social hierarchy can be misleading. They demonstrate how a deeper understanding of the cultural context can shed new light on familiar texts, such as Paul's exhortation to women to dress modestly, and Moses' marriage to a Cushite. This book offers a valuable tool for anyone seeking to better understand the Bible in its original cultural context.
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