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contexts for amos prophetic poetics in latin american perspective
this learned volume offers a close reading of chapters 3 to 6 of the book of amos and attempts to locate biblical study and theological reflection within the complex cultural context of latin america . the author prefaces his study with a wide ranging survey of the continuing debate over the proper use of the bible as a model for the structures of society . the authors particular focus is latin america and through sociological and textual analysis he seeks to define the role of the prophetic biblical voice in this society and presses for a recognition of moral complexities and a constant questioning and self evaluation from those who would claim to speak for god in society .
paperback sheffield academic press 2009 isbn13 9780567400277 isbn10 0567400271
abridged n isbn 13 9780567400277 number in series 1 number of pages 362 publisher continuum intl pub group release date 62135769600000 series title the library of hebrew bible old testament studies ; journal for teh study of the old testament supplement series