A Political History of the Bible in America

"Biblical history, enriched by many religious and cultural traditions, flows into and is intertwined with our nation's...
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Author: Paul D. Hanson
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Language: English
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A Political History of the Bible in America by Hanson, Paul D.

A Political History of the Bible in America

CHF 83.43

A Political History of the Bible in America

CHF 83.43
Author: Paul D. Hanson
Format: Paperback
Language: English

"Biblical history, enriched by many religious and cultural traditions, flows into and is intertwined with our nation's epic, both for better and for worse. To ignore that history is to cut ourselves off from our roots and to deny the ancestral experiences that forged our individual and collective identity."
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This substantial work explores the interplay of religion and politics throughout the history of the United States. Paul D. Hanson traces American history back to colonial times, paying close attention to the role that biblical tradition has played in shaping the national story of the United States. He then presents a detailed study of politics in the Bible that is framed by the challenges and crises in American history. Students will learn how deeply religion has influenced both domestic and international policy and contributed to the nation's sense of identity and purpose. After laying these biblical-historical foundations, Hanson considers a method of biblical interpretation that can speak to the diverse nation of today. He proposes an inclusive form of public moral discourse that invites full participation by members of all religious and philosophical groups.



Author: Paul D. Hanson
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Published: 08/07/2015
Pages: 694
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 2.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.53d
ISBN: 9780664260392

About the Author
Hanson, Paul D.: - Paul D. Hanson is Florence Corliss Lamont Research Professor of Divinity at Harvard Divinity School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he has taught since 1971.

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