The Genesis of Liberation: Biblical Interpretation in the Antebellum Narratives of the Enslaved
Emerson B. Powery,Rodney S. Sadler Jr.
The Genesis of Liberation: Biblical Interpretation in the Antebellum Narratives of the Enslaved
Emerson B. Powery,Rodney S. Sadler Jr.
This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Considering that the Bible was used to justify and perpetuate African
American enslavement, why would it be given such authority? In this fascinating
volume, Powery and Sadler explore how the Bible became a source of liberation for
enslaved African Americans by analyzing its function in pre-Civil War freedom
narratives. They explain the various ways in which enslaved African Americans
interpreted the Bible and used it as a source for hope, empowerment, and literacy.
The authors show that through their own engagement with the biblical text, enslaved
African Americans found a liberating word. The Genesis of
Liberation recovers the early history of black biblical interpretation and
will help to expand understandings of African American hermeneutics.
This item is not currently in-stock. It can be ordered online and is expected to ship in 7-14 days
Our stock data is updated periodically, and availability may change throughout the day for in-demand items. Please call the relevant shop for the most current stock information. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Sign in or become a Readings Member to add this title to a wishlist.