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Overview
Brown explains and illuminates liberation theology for North American readers who may have no previous knowledge of this recent dynamic Christian movement. Growing out of the experience of oppressed people in Latin America, liberation theology lends a transforming power to both the study of the Bible and the Christian duty to work for justice for all God's people.Brown explains and illuminates liberation theology for North American readers who may have no previous knowledge of this recent dynamic Christian movement. Growing out of the experience of oppressed people in Latin America, liberation theology lends a transforming power to both the study of the Bible and the Christian duty to work for justice for all God's people.
Synopsis
Liberation theology lends transforming power to both the study of the Bible and the Christian duty to work for justice for all God's people. Robert McAfee Brown's vivid prose brings to life heartwarming, terrifying, and humorous stories that show the strength and significance of this crucial development in religious faith.
Library Journal
Brown introduces liberation theology as lived reality, revealing experiences he had in Central America that brought him new understanding of people and Christian community. His trip altered his perspective on commitment and hope, as well as on Columbus and other conquerors, and showed him a deeper encounter with God through justice-making. Brown (Pacific School of Religion) criticizes U.S. policy regarding Central America and encourages Christian witness and risk-taking on behalf of justice. This book makes liberation theology ``come alive'' by introducing it emotionally and spiritually, rather than as a merely intellectual concept. Recommended for public and seminary libraries.