Imitating Jesus: An Inclusive Approach to New Testament Ethics (2007)
Format: Paperback
ISBN-13: 9780802844583
Amazon UK: Imitating Jesus
Language: English
Standpoint: 1 Fully inclusive and affirming
Genre(s): Academic writing, Ethics, and Theology
Topic(s): Accepting one's sexuality, Biblical studies, Ethics, Homosexuality in the Bible, and Same-sex relationships
Especially suitable for: Academics, Therapists and pastors, Those struggling to accept their sexuality or gender identity, and Those who are undecided about the homosexuality issue
In contrast to many studies of New Testament ethics, which treat the New Testament in general and Paul in particular, this book focuses on the person of Jesus himself. Richard Burridge maintains that imitating Jesus means following both his words – which are very demanding ethical teachings – and his deeds and example of being inclusive and accepting of everyone.
Burridge carefully and systematically traces that combination of rigorous ethical instruction and inclusive community through the letters of Paul and the four Gospels, treating specific ethical issues pertaining to each part of Scripture. The book culminates with a chapter on apartheid as an ethical challenge to reading the New Testament; using South Africa as a contemporary case study enables Burridge to highlight and further apply his previous discussion and conclusions.
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