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Rescuing the Bible from Fundamentalism: A Bishop Rethinks the Meaning of Scripture

by John Shelby Spong · 1991

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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.

Subject
historyphilosophyliterary criticismsociology
Genre
mythologymyths and folklore
Themes
religionChristianspiritualityBiblephilosophy
Audience
young adult
Length
medium · 288 pages

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