Ten Commandments and Human Rights
This highly readable and usable book is once again available, both revised and updated. Harrelson's interpretation makes each commandment relevant to our faith and our culture. In a day and time when relativism threatens the religious and moral fiber of society, Harrelson paves the way to a new understanding of arguably the most important verses in the Bible.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0800615271
ISBN13:9780800615277
Release Date:January 1978
Publisher:Augsburg Fortress Publishing
Length:222 Pages
Weight:0.70 lbs.
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Christian Books & Bibles Religion Religion & Spirituality Religious Studies TheologyCustomer Reviews
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An interesting look at the role of the Ten Commandments
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Harrelson, a scholar that exhibits expert knowledge of the 10 Commandments, offers valuable insight into the role of the guidelines in modern society. According to the author, these ten commandments can provide "ground rules" that may stabilize society. He offers clear definition of the intent of each commandment and looks at the implication that each could have in social ethics. Harrelson demonstrates excellent knowledge of the topic and a sensitivity to pluralism. This is not an evangelically driven text. This text centers on this issue of human rights ... not theology. He offers historical and cultural anecdotes that clarify his appreciation of the commandments and their role in society. In general, this is a great conversation piece that offers insights to people everywhere. The only caution I have is that the language used in the book, at times, gets somewhat complex. This is not leisure reading by any extent of the imagination.
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