Reading the Bible Again For the First Time: Taking the Bible Seriously But Not Literally

Borg, Marcus J.

ISBN 10: 0060609184 / ISBN 13: 9780060609184

Editore: HarperOne, 2001

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Titolo: Reading the Bible Again For the First Time: ...

Casa editrice: HarperOne

Data di pubblicazione: 2001

Legatura: hardcover

Condizione: New

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The author of Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time urges readers to embrace both science and faith, using Old and New Testament texts to show how this is possible and explaining how such stories serve as a vital teaching tool for exploring our relationship with God and Jesus. 25,000 first printing.

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“[A]n accessible book, almost entirely devoid of scholarly jargon but filled with scholarly insight.” (Christian Century)

“Borg writes passionately about the enduring values of the Bible. The engaging historical details he includes make familiar stories read like new. Whether you read the Bible religiously or rarely, this book is thought-provoking.” (Christian Science Monitor)

“Borg... has a knack for clarifying difficult theological issues and writing in a pensive style that is extremely accessible to Christian laity and seekers of all stripes. Almost single-handedly, he opened up new avenues of thought for lapsed or nonbelievers interested in re-visioning the Christianity of their childhood.” (Spirituality and Practice)

“Provides many excellent metaphorical readings of biblical accounts, which unify the Bible’s stories.” (Library Journal)

“A highly readable and succinct introduction to biblical criticism.” (Publishers Weekly)

“[T]akes the Bible back from the specialists...nothing short of a blessing, even a miracle!” (Peter J. Gomes, author of The Good Book: Reading the Bible With Heart and Mind)

“Borg’s analysis is profound, challenging and engrossing; it will enable readers to use scripture creatively once again and truly make it a bridge for the divine.” (Karen Armstrong, author of A History of God)

“This welcome book removes many of the barriers that separate thoughtful people from the wisdom of the Bible.” (Rabbi Harold Kushner, author of When Bad Things Happen to Good People)