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Is the Bible the unembellished Word of God or the product of human agency? There are different answers to that question. And they lie at the heart of this books powerful exploration of the fraught ways in which money, race and power shape the story of Christianity in American public life. The authors subject is the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC: arguably the latest example of a long line of white evangelical institutions aiming to amplify and promote a religious, political, and moral agenda of their own. In their careful and compelling investigation, Jill HicksKeeton and Cavan Concannon disclose the ways in which the Museums exhibits reinforce a particularized and partial interpretation of the Bibles meaning. Bringing to light the Museums implicit messaging about scriptural provenance and audience, the authors reveal how the MOTB produces a version of the Bible that in essence authorizes a certain sort of white evangelical privilege; promotes a view of history aligned with that same evangelical aspiration; and above all protects a cohort of white evangelicals from critique. They show too how the Museum collapses vital conceptual distinctions between its own conservative vision of the Bible and The Bible as a cultural icon. This revelatory volume above all confirms that scripture for all the claims made for it that it speaks only divine truth can in the end never be separated from human politics.
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- Q: What is the title of the book? A: The title of the book is 'Does Scripture Speak for Itself?: The Museum of the Bible and the Politics of Interpretation'.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors of this book are Jill Hicks-Keeton and Cavan Concannon.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains two hundred forty-eight pages.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six inches in length, nine point zero two inches in height, and zero point seventy-five inches in width.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book is categorized under the New Testament.
- Q: How do I use this book effectively? A: To use this book effectively, read it in a quiet environment to fully engage with its exploration of biblical interpretation.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in theology and cultural studies.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is more appropriate for adults and older teens due to its complex themes.
- Q: Can this book be used for group discussions? A: Yes, this book can be used for group discussions, particularly in study groups focused on Christianity and interpretation.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store this book upright on a shelf away from direct sunlight to prevent damage.
- Q: Is this book easy to clean? A: Yes, you can easily clean the cover by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the seller for a return or exchange as per their policy.
- Q: What is the return policy for this book? A: The return policy typically allows you to return the book within thirty days if it is in its original condition.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations or photos? A: No, this book does not include illustrations or photos; it focuses on text and analysis.
- Q: Are there any similar books for comparison? A: Yes, books exploring biblical interpretation and the impact of cultural contexts, like those by Walter Brueggemann, are similar.