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Rescuing the Bible From Fundamentalism by John Shelby Spong

Rescuing the Bible From Fundamentalism

A Bishop Rethinks the Meaning of Scripture

John Shelby Spong

HarperCollins · Print & ebook · April 10, 1992

By popular demand—study guides to two of Bishop John Shelby Spong's bestselling and controversial works, including questions, reflections, and summaries for group and individual use.

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Who it’s for
A study-guide companion for thoughtful engagement with scripture, whether you’re reading alone or with a group.
Genres
Bible Study Guides, Fundamentalism, Bible Criticism & Interpretation
Published
HarperCollins, April 10, 1992

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By popular demand—study guides to two of Bishop John Shelby Spong's bestselling and controversial works, including questions, reflections, and summaries for group and individual use.

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A study-guide companion for thoughtful engagement with scripture, whether you’re reading alone or with a group.

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  • A reflective approach to scripture study
  • Room to reconsider familiar ways of reading the Bible

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  • Questions, reflections, and summaries for individual and group use

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Bible Study Guides33%
Fundamentalism30%
Bible Criticism & Interpretation23%

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  • Religion & Spirituality
  • Bible Criticism & Interpretation
  • New Testament Interpretation
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Authors
John Shelby Spong
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
April 10, 1992
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
World History