
Biblical Foundations of Spirituality
Touching a Finger to the Flame
Barbara E. Bowe(Author)
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
2nd Edition
Published on 26. January 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
296 pages
978-0-7425-5961-5 (ISBN)
Description
Biblical Foundations of Spirituality invites readers to "touch a finger to the flame" of the Bible by offering guidance on what, how, and why to read Scripture as a source of spiritual nourishment. The second edition builds on Barbara Bowe's acclaimed book with two new chapters by Laurie Brink and John R. Barker introducing key theological concepts and exploring how biblical spirituality was first experienced and expressed in early Christian communities.
The book begins by exploring the many meanings of the word "spirituality," then leads readers through the Bible-from Genesis to Revelation-to develop a biblically based spirituality that can serve as a compass in the challenges of life. Updated to reference the latest scholarship, this book helps make the Bible more accessible and shows how it can be relevant to life today. The book stresses the spiritual dimension of biblical figures' search for God and shows how their insights about God-from successes to dead ends-can reflect our contemporary searching and struggles. Biblical Foundations of Spirituality reveals the spiritual wisdom of the Bible, connecting it with everyday life and spirituality.
With a chronology, reflection questions, a glossary, and updated notes and bibliography, as well as two new chapters, the second edition of Biblical Foundations of Spirituality is ideal for classroom, parish, or individual reading.
The book begins by exploring the many meanings of the word "spirituality," then leads readers through the Bible-from Genesis to Revelation-to develop a biblically based spirituality that can serve as a compass in the challenges of life. Updated to reference the latest scholarship, this book helps make the Bible more accessible and shows how it can be relevant to life today. The book stresses the spiritual dimension of biblical figures' search for God and shows how their insights about God-from successes to dead ends-can reflect our contemporary searching and struggles. Biblical Foundations of Spirituality reveals the spiritual wisdom of the Bible, connecting it with everyday life and spirituality.
With a chronology, reflection questions, a glossary, and updated notes and bibliography, as well as two new chapters, the second edition of Biblical Foundations of Spirituality is ideal for classroom, parish, or individual reading.
Reviews / Votes
In this second edition of Barbara Bowe's award-winning book, the original text is supplemented by two excellent new chapters. John Barker's discussion of postexilic theology serves as a bridge between the theology of the Old and New Testaments, and Laurie Brink provides a sketch of the postcanonical movement of Christian theology. Bowe laid a firm foundation for this work; Barker and Brink have added to the trustworthiness of its structure. -- Dianne Bergant, CSA, Distinguished Professor Emerita of Biblical Studies, Catholic Theological Union Barbara Bowe's work contributes to an understanding of spirituality that emphasizes how our daily and contextual response to God gives rise to our theology. Her work considers how the lived daily experience of a people of faith "touching their fingers to the flame" and "eating God's word" gave rise to the Sacred Scripture and continues to give rise to our theologizing on that Scripture. The contributions of John R. Barker and Laurie Brink to this new edition of Bowe's masterful work help the flame of her book burn even brighter. -- Gilberto Cavazos-Gonzalez, OFM, Pontifical University AntonianumMore details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
College/higher education
US School Grade: From College Freshman to College Graduate Student
Illustrations
1 b/w photo; 4 tables
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
484 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7425-5961-5 (9780742559615)
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Persons
Barbara E. Bowe, RSCJ, was professor of biblical studies at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago where she taught courses in New Testament and early Christianity and directed the Biblical Spirituality Program.
Laurie Brink, OP, is associate professor of New Testament Studies at Catholic Theological Union and an associate editor for The Bible Today. She has published numerous articles on Scripture, and her most recent book focuses on the role of soldiers in Luke-Acts.
John R. Barker, OFM, is assistant professor of Old Testament Studies at Catholic Theological Union and the Old Testament book reviewer for The Bible Today. He is a regular contributor to pastoral publications such as Emmanuel Magazine, The Bible Today, and Weekday Homily Helps.
Laurie Brink, OP, is associate professor of New Testament Studies at Catholic Theological Union and an associate editor for The Bible Today. She has published numerous articles on Scripture, and her most recent book focuses on the role of soldiers in Luke-Acts.
John R. Barker, OFM, is assistant professor of Old Testament Studies at Catholic Theological Union and the Old Testament book reviewer for The Bible Today. He is a regular contributor to pastoral publications such as Emmanuel Magazine, The Bible Today, and Weekday Homily Helps.
Content
Preface to the Second Edition
Acknowledgments
Abbreviations for Biblical Books
Chronology
Introduction: Touching a Finger to the Flame
1 What Is Spirituality?
2 God beyond All Names
3 The Riddle of the World
4 The God of Blessing and Salvation
5 I Have Heard Their Cry
6 Royal Power and the Covenant Dream
7 Prophetic Spirituality
8 Wisdom Has Built Herself a House
9 Crisis and Hope
10 That Man Jesus
11 Pauline Spirituality
12 A New Heaven and a New Earth
Conclusion: Biblical Foundations of Spirituality
Epilogue: The Church That Sojourns
Notes
Glossary
Bibliography
Index of Biblical Names
Index of Proper Names
Index of Places
Index of Scripture Citations and Ancient Literature
Index of Subjects
In Memorial: Barbara Ellen Bowe, R.S.C.J.: December 1, 1945-March 14, 2010
Acknowledgments
Abbreviations for Biblical Books
Chronology
Introduction: Touching a Finger to the Flame
1 What Is Spirituality?
2 God beyond All Names
3 The Riddle of the World
4 The God of Blessing and Salvation
5 I Have Heard Their Cry
6 Royal Power and the Covenant Dream
7 Prophetic Spirituality
8 Wisdom Has Built Herself a House
9 Crisis and Hope
10 That Man Jesus
11 Pauline Spirituality
12 A New Heaven and a New Earth
Conclusion: Biblical Foundations of Spirituality
Epilogue: The Church That Sojourns
Notes
Glossary
Bibliography
Index of Biblical Names
Index of Proper Names
Index of Places
Index of Scripture Citations and Ancient Literature
Index of Subjects
In Memorial: Barbara Ellen Bowe, R.S.C.J.: December 1, 1945-March 14, 2010