Shalom and the Community of Creation: An Indigenous Vision
Shalom and the Community of Creation: An Indigenous Vision by Randy Woodley explores parallels between the Native American Harmony Way and biblical shalom. It considers Indigenous and Euro-Western reconciliation, relationships with the Creator and creation, justice, and theological partnership.
At a glance
- Connects the Native American concept of the Harmony Way with biblical shalom.
- Addresses relationships between Indigenous and Euro-Western communities, spirituality, justice and care for creation.
- Calls for partnership in developing theological approaches that foster wholeness and peace.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A focused discussion of Indigenous perspectives alongside Christian theology.
- The listed 197-page length gives buyers a concrete sense of the book's scope.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Eerdmans |
|---|---|
| Publication date | May 25 2012 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 197 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0802866786 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0802866783 |
| Weight listed | 281 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.24 x 1.25 x 22.86 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers exploring Indigenous theology and Christian understandings of shalom.
- Those interested in reconciliation, justice and spiritual relationships with creation.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a neutral overview of Indigenous traditions rather than a theological argument.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the book about?
It explores how the Native American Harmony Way parallels biblical shalom and applies those ideas to reconciliation, justice, relationships with creation and theological partnership.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 197 pages.
Who published the book?
The listed publisher is Eerdmans.
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