The Parables of Jesus

The Parables of Jesus

Paperback (15 Dec 2005)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Proposes an alternative reading of Jesus' parables. This work argues that the parables are fictional stories that describe the social realities and structures of an oppressive situation. It describes how they present an alternative to the social structures of the Roman Empire. It provides a critique of the traditional readings of the parables.

Book information

ISBN: 9780800636999
Publisher: Fortress Press
Imprint: Fortress Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 226.806
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 288
Weight: 444g
Height: 154mm
Width: 374mm
Spine width: 23mm