Bible--Criticism, interpretation, etc. Bible-- Revelation-- Revelation--Criticism, interpretation, etc. Bible.--Revelation.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 127-128) and index.
Contents:
Revelation from 30,000 feet -- Messeges to the Seven Communities -- Game of Thrones -- Judgment -- Here Comes the Dragon -- The Great Whore -- Hell, Heaven & the End.
Summary:
"From the so-bad-they're...still bad actually...Left Behind series, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes, to all-too-real political discourse and actions, John's visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. But what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what's the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? Join New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire, a marginalized people, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil's demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient. Only when we understand Revelation's ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own." -- From publisher's website.
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