Publications

Paula Gooder, Only the Third Heaven?

2 Corinthians 12:1-10 and Heavenly Ascent
Library of New Testament Studies-LNTS 313
T & T Clark, 2006
xv + 263 pages, English
Cloth, 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
SBN: 0-567-04244-8
ISBN13: 978-0-567-04244-6

Description

In Chapter 1 Paula Gooder discusses the problems of interpreting this text and looks at the major debates of its past interpreters. The most popular modern approach is to compare it with other texts of ascent in the Judaeo-Christian tradition, yet even a brief examination of these texts indicate that differences are present. In the remainder of the book Gooder evaluates the extent and significance of these differences. Part One consists of a detailed consideration of a range of texts which superficially seem closest to 2 Corinthians 12. Chapter 2 presents a history of scholarship on heavenly ascent. Chapters 3 to 8 each examine a text of ascent from a different period and background in the Judaeo-Christian tradition. Chapter 9 draws out the points of similarity between these texts. Part Two considers the text of 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 in the light of the findings of Part One. In the detailed examination of the Pauline ascent in chapter 10, the extent of the differences between this text and the texts examined in Part One becomes clear. Chapter 11 proposes a new interpretation of the account of ascent, arguing that it reports a failed ascent into heaven. The chapter shows that this interpretation makes sense not only of 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 itself but also of chapters 10-13 which surround it. The account is one more example of weakness from the apostle in which he proves that weakness, not strength, is the sign of a true apostle.

Anthony G. Reddie, Black theology in transatlantic dialogue

Palgrave Macmillan
Pub date: Sep 2006
272 pages
Size 5 1/2 x 8 1/4
Hardcover (1-4039-6863-2)

Description

In this book, Anthony G. Reddie creates a dynamic conversation between black theologies in the US and in the UK, comparing and highlighting divergences in the respective movements.

Praise for Black Theology in Transatlantic Dialogue

“In a blaze of much needed engagement, Anthony Reddie uses autobiographical, historical, narrative, critical, analytical, dramatic and musical discourses in an exploration of Black Atlantic faith. With a firm location in Methodism, and a focus on scholarly work, Reddie captures the plurality and hybridity of the Black British experience bringing it into thoughtful dialogue with the African American. Black Theology in Transatlantic Dialogue charts a new course for Black theology which interrogates varieties of Black experience in different contexts through creative and analytical means and then brings them into critical interaction. A must read for all who care about the Black experience worldwide.”--Emmanuel Y. Lartey, Professor of Pastoral Theology, Care and Counseling, Candler School of Theology, Emory University

"Dr Reddie's book maps out the contours for a meaningful dialogue between African American and Black British theologies of liberation."-- Robert Beckford, University of Birmingham

"This book is an important account of the origin and development of Black Theology in Britain and the United States. It is the only book that tells this story. Reddie's constructive approach of 'A Jazz Hermeneutic for Black Theology' is a creative and challenging suggestion for the future work of black theologians."--James Cone, Charles A. Briggs Distinguished Professor of Theology, Union Theological Seminary, New York

Table of contents

• Historical Developments
• What Is the Black Church Saying?
• Bring on the Sisters
• Education, Education, Education
• Publish and Be Damned
• Where Are We Headed Now?