Description: A re-examination of the biblical texts that reveals a message of liberation and dignity for the marginalised and oppressed, contrary to the understandings of secular critics and conservative literalists.
Review Quotes: Dr Gnuse examines the cultural and social context of Biblical texts that are often cited to support controversial issues related to women's rights, debt oppression, slavery, and same-sex orientation. He critiques common mistranslations of these texts and explores whether these texts give evidence of protecting the dignity of oppressed groups in Biblical antiquity. Readers will find Gnuse's scholarly discussions thought-provoking and insightful.--Terri Bednarz, Assistant Professor of New Testament Studies, Loyola University