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Race, Racism, and the Biblical Narratives

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Race, Racism, and the Biblical Narratives - Felder, Cain Hope
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Felder's important work clarifies the profound differences in racial attitudes in the biblical world and now. He shows processes at work in both testaments that reflect ancient ambiguity about what we call race. He uncovers misuses of the biblical text (such as the so-called curse of Ham) in subsequent interpretation and shows how the Bible has been used to trivialize African contributions and demean and enslave black people. Felder challenges scholars and church people alike to deeper and more honest engagement with the ...

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Race, Racism, and the Biblical Narratives 2002, Fortress Press, Minneapolis, MN

ISBN-13: 9780800635787

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