This revised and updated version of the classic, originally published in 1978, is an intriguing study of the kingdom of God in the Gospels. Reflecting the latest insights from recent New Testament scholarship, it demonstrates the sociological perspective's creative ability to uncover new meaning in old biblical texts. Kraybill says social, religious and economic practices of the dominant culture usually favour the rich, powerful, prestigious. Jesus, on the other hand, favours those who suffer at society's margins and fall between the cracks.
ISBN: 9780836192360 (2003) 312pp