Liberating Our Imaginations : The Bible and Minoritized Literature.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Janzen, David.

Series:

Semeia Studies

Semeia Studies ; v.106

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Hermeneutics.

Sociology, Biblical.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (298 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Atlanta : Society of Biblical Literature, 2025.

Summary:

This book, authored by David Janzen, explores the intersection between biblical narratives and minoritized literature to examine themes of power, identity, and liberation. Through contextual hermeneutics, it analyzes how ancient biblical texts and contemporary minoritized literature reveal the dynamics of imperialism, suffering, and community resilience. The work highlights the emancipatory potential of literature to reimagine human relationships with divine, nonhuman, and societal structures. Addressing characters such as Daniel from biblical texts and modern narratives, the book investigates the ethical dilemmas and transformative possibilities within oppressive systems. Aimed at scholars and readers interested in theology, literary studies, and social justice, it provides critical insights into the interplay of historical and modern perspectives on liberation. Generated by AI.

Contents:

COVER

CONTENTS

ABBREVIATIONS

1. CONTEXTUAL HERMENEUTICS AND THE EMANCIPATORY LITERARY IMAGINATION

2. A REVOLUTIONARY IN SEARCH OF AREVOLUTION

3. THE HARD LAW OF LOVE

4. THE GRACE THEY COULD IMAGINE

5. AS LIMINAL AS POSSIBLE

6. CONCLUSION

BIBLIOGRAPHY

ANCIENT SOURCES INDEX

MODERN AUTHORS INDEX.

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ISBN:

1-62837-696-1

OCLC:

1525622579