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Jesus And John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted A Faith And Fractured A Nation
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New York Times Bestsellerthe Paradigminfluencing Book (Christianity Today) That Is Fundamentally Transforming Our Understanding Of White Evangelicalism In America.Jesus And John Wayne Is A Sweeping, Revisionist History Of The Last Seventyfive Years Of White Evangelicalism, Revealing How Evangelicals Have Worked To Replace The Jesus Of The Gospels With An Idol Of Rugged Masculinity And Christian Nationalismor In The Words Of One Modern Chaplain, With A Spiritual Badass.As Acclaimed Scholar Kristin Du Mez Explains, The Key To Understanding This Transformation Is To Recognize The Centrality Of Popular Culture In Contemporary American Evangelicalism. Many Of Todays Evangelicals Might Not Be Theologically Astute, But They Know Their Veggietales, Theyve Read John Eldredges Wild At Heart, And They Learned About Purity Before They Learned About Sexand They Have A Silver Ring To Prove It. Evangelical Books, Films, Music, Clothing, And Merchandise Shape The Beliefs Of Millions. And Evangelical Culture Is Teeming With Muscular Heroesmythical Warriors And Rugged Soldiers, Men Like Oliver North, Ronald Reagan, Mel Gibson, And The Duck Dynasty Clan, Who Assert White Masculine Power In Defense Of Christian America. Chief Among These Evangelical Legends Is John Wayne, An Icon Of A Lost Time When Men Were Uncowed By Political Correctness, Unafraid To Tell It Like It Was, And Did What Needed To Be Done.Challenging The Commonly Held Assumption That The Moral Majority Backed Donald Trump In 2016 And 2020 For Purely Pragmatic Reasons, Du Mez Reveals That Trump In Fact Represented The Fulfillment, Rather Than The Betrayal, Of White Evangelicals Most Deeply Held Values: Patriarchy, Authoritarian Rule, Aggressive Foreign Policy, Fear Of Islam, Ambivalence Toward #Metoo, And Opposition To Black Lives Matter And The Lgbtq Community. A Muchneeded Reexamination Of Perhaps The Most Influential Subculture In This Country, Jesus And John Wayne Shows That, Far From Adhering To Biblical Principles, Modern White Evangelicals Have Remade Their Faith, With Enduring Consequences For All Americans. 15 Blackandwhite Illustrations
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Jesus and John Wayne'? A: The main theme of 'Jesus and John Wayne' is the examination of how white evangelicalism in America has evolved over the last seventy-five years, particularly focusing on the influence of popular culture and the idolization of masculine power, often at the expense of traditional biblical teachings.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Jesus and John Wayne' is Kristin Kobes Du Mez, an acclaimed scholar known for her research on American evangelicalism.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: 'Jesus and John Wayne' is available in paperback binding, making it a convenient choice for readers who prefer physical books.
- Q: How many pages does 'Jesus and John Wayne' have? A: 'Jesus and John Wayne' has a total of 384 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'Jesus and John Wayne' published? A: 'Jesus and John Wayne' was published on June 8, 2021.
- Q: What are the key concepts discussed in the book? A: The book discusses key concepts such as patriarchy, authoritarian rule, and the influence of popular culture on white evangelical beliefs, along with a critical look at historical and contemporary figures within the movement.
- Q: Is 'Jesus and John Wayne' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Jesus and John Wayne' is suitable for academic study, as it is a well-researched book that provides a revisionist history and critical analysis of white evangelicalism.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, 'Jesus and John Wayne' includes 15 black-and-white illustrations that complement the text.
- Q: What audience is 'Jesus and John Wayne' intended for? A: 'Jesus and John Wayne' is intended for readers interested in religious studies, American history, cultural studies, and anyone wanting to understand the complexities of modern evangelicalism.
- Q: Can 'Jesus and John Wayne' help in understanding contemporary evangelical politics? A: Yes, the book provides insights into how historical beliefs and cultural influences shape contemporary evangelical politics, particularly in relation to figures like Donald Trump.