The Curse of Cain confronts the inherent ambiguities of biblical stories on many levels and; in the end; offers an alternative; inspiring reading of the Bible that is attentive to visions of plenitude rather than scarcity; and to an ethics based on generosity rather than violence."[A] provocative and timely examination of the interrelationship of monotheism and violence. . . . This is a refreshing alternative to criticism-biblical and otherwise-that so often confuses interpretation with closure; it is an invitation to an ethic of possibility; plenitude; and generosity; a welcome antidote to violence; as important for its insights into memory; identity; and place as for its criticism of monotheism's violent legacy."—Booklist"Brilliant and provocative; this is a work demanding close attention from critics; theologians; and all those interested in the imaginative roots of common life."—Rowan Williams; Bishop of Monmouth"A stunningly important book."—Walter Brueggemann; Theology Today"Artfully rendered; endlessly provocative."—Lawrence Weschler; New Yorker
#896670 in Books William McNeill 1984-02-15 1984-02-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.00 x 1.20 x 5.25l; 1.00 #File Name: 0226561550486 pagesIslamic World
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