Description
In this groundbreaking book, Sally Douglas excavates biblical and early Christian understandings of Jesus as the female divine. Drawing from her expertise as a New Testament scholar and theologian, Douglas accessibly sets out the evidence for Jesus Sophia and then explores its practical implications, both for the church--often suffocated by God-as-male imagery--and for our day-to-day lives. Questions about discipleship, biblical interpretation, and theology are investigated in relation to Jesus Sophia's hospitality, friendship, anger, non-retaliation, and care for all things. In this process understandings of the cross are revisited, female imagery for God is reclaimed and celebrated, fresh and ancient practices of faith are offered, and inclusive, exquisite liturgies are shared. With dynamism, humor, faithfulness, and creativity, Douglas encourages, unsettles, and supports readers, as they discover Jesus Sophia for themselves.
Author: Sally Douglas
Publisher: Cascade Books
Published: 03/09/2023
Pages: 176
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d
ISBN13: 9781666735796
ISBN10: 1666735795
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Christian Theology | Christology
- Religion | Christian Living | Spiritual Growth
About the Author
Sally Douglas is a biblical scholar, theologian, author, Uniting Church minister, and research associate and associate lecturer at Pilgrim Theological College, within the University of Divinity, Melbourne.