Misuse of the Bible has made hatred holy. In this provocative book,
Adrian Thatcher argues that debates on sexuality currently raging
through the churches are the latest outbreak in a long line of
savage interpretations of the Bible. He claims they should be
exposed, not least because they continue an anti-tradition in
Christianity that has discriminated against many minorities,
including people of color, slaves, women and children. He asks how
Christians have been able to conduct, in public and on a global
scale, arguments which have exposed so much hatred and
misrepresentation that the very mission of the church has been
severely compromised.
The answer lies largely in particular attitudes towards the
Bible and the misuse of biblical passages. Informed by wide-ranging
debate, and drawing on numerous examples, this balanced book breaks
new ground in the well-ploughed territories of sexual ethics and
biblical interpretation. It unmasks this savage tradition and
offers instead an alternative, faithful and peaceable reading of
the Bible; one which is faithful to the Triune God and rooted in
the early church. It is fascinating reading for anyone concerned
about the future of Christianity.
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