The social teachings of the prophets and Jesus

By Charles Foster Kent

Book Overview

The Social Teachings Of The Prophets And Jesus by Charles Foster Kent is a comprehensive exploration of the social teachings of the prophets and Jesus in the Bible. The book examines the social and political context in which the prophets and Jesus lived and preached, and it analyzes their teachings on issues such as poverty, wealth, justice, and peace.Kent draws on a wide range of biblical texts to demonstrate the continuity of the social teachings of the prophets and Jesus, and he shows how these teachings have influenced the development of Christian social thought throughout history. The book also explores the relevance of these teachings to contemporary social issues, such as economic inequality, environmental degradation, and political oppression.Throughout the book, Kent emphasizes the radical nature of the social teachings of the prophets and Jesus, which challenge the prevailing social and economic systems of their time and call for a fundamental transformation of society. He argues that these teachings continue to have the power to inspire and guide Christians in their efforts to create a more just and compassionate world.Overall, The Social Teachings Of The Prophets And Jesus is a thought-provoking and insightful book that will be of interest to anyone interested in the intersection of religion and social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116329103X
• ISBN13: 9781163291030
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"