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One of the best books I've read this year. Every single chapter shed fresh light on the Biblical text, sometimes in ways that made me shake my head, like, "how have I not seen that before?"
Except, we all know--or should know--the answer to that question. Because we've read so narrowly within our own traditions. This is part of what I've found so refreshing about reading more and more from the Black theological tradition, insights -- deep, true, meaty, nourishing, insights from the Biblical text, that I need for my own soul.
Also, as a Biblical scholar, Dr. McCaulley has the touch -- everything he touches is exegetical gold. Whether it's the Old Testament narrative of Joseph's two sons; or the historical setting of the Gospel of Luke and its author; or the way Black Christians approach the problem of evil; or the imprecatory psalms; or Paul! Dr. McCaulley sure knows his way around Paul. There isn't a wasted chapter in this book.
And then there's the "Bonus Track," a 400 year review of the Black theological tradition, which is a model of theological method, charitable engagement, and clarity. It should be read and re-read by anyone interested in doing or studying theology.
I plan to read everything by Dr. McCaulley that I can get my hands on (starting with [b:Sharing in the Son's Inheritance: Davidic Messianism and Paul's Worldwide Interpretation of the Abrahamic Land Promise in Galatians|43087997|Sharing in the Son's Inheritance Davidic Messianism and Paul's Worldwide Interpretation of the Abrahamic Land Promise in Galatians|Esau McCaulley|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1544524404l/43087997._SX50_.jpg|66897257]). Highly recommended.
Except, we all know--or should know--the answer to that question. Because we've read so narrowly within our own traditions. This is part of what I've found so refreshing about reading more and more from the Black theological tradition, insights -- deep, true, meaty, nourishing, insights from the Biblical text, that I need for my own soul.
Also, as a Biblical scholar, Dr. McCaulley has the touch -- everything he touches is exegetical gold. Whether it's the Old Testament narrative of Joseph's two sons; or the historical setting of the Gospel of Luke and its author; or the way Black Christians approach the problem of evil; or the imprecatory psalms; or Paul! Dr. McCaulley sure knows his way around Paul. There isn't a wasted chapter in this book.
And then there's the "Bonus Track," a 400 year review of the Black theological tradition, which is a model of theological method, charitable engagement, and clarity. It should be read and re-read by anyone interested in doing or studying theology.
I plan to read everything by Dr. McCaulley that I can get my hands on (starting with [b:Sharing in the Son's Inheritance: Davidic Messianism and Paul's Worldwide Interpretation of the Abrahamic Land Promise in Galatians|43087997|Sharing in the Son's Inheritance Davidic Messianism and Paul's Worldwide Interpretation of the Abrahamic Land Promise in Galatians|Esau McCaulley|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1544524404l/43087997._SX50_.jpg|66897257]). Highly recommended.