An Ethic For Christians and Other Aliens in a Strange Land

by William Stringfellow

Book Overview

From 'An Ethic for Christians and Other Aliens in a Strange Land': America is a fallen nation. Americans exist in time, in the era biblically called the Fall. America is a demonic principality, or conglomeration of principalities and powers in which death furnishes the meaning, in which death is the reigning idol. Enshrined in multifarious forms and guises, it enslaves human beings, exacts human sacrifices, captures and captivates Presidents as well...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1592448747
• ISBN13: 9781592448746
• Release Date: November 2004
• Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Christianity as a unique identity and uncompromising.

When one wishes, in these times, to identify oneself within the framework of Christianity and Society, I can find no better place to take up the challenge. Mind you, this is a tough read and Stringfellow was not afraid to use his own unique brand of polemics. If one wants compromise or comfort, it will not be found here. However, if one wants hard examination with hard logic and true genius, this is the gold standard. Theology students be warned: This man takes no prisoners. And, you may find yourself within a seeming abyss of depression- until you can discern the light which shines on recognition of what this man has said. A pearl of great price. Do you, can you, take the challenge?

Has had a profound impact on my life.

This book, more than any other that I have read, has given me a "compass" for my life. For me, Stringfellow has melded a fresh interpretation of both Christianity and humanity into a compelling ethical framework for the human journey. It is not easy to read, not a fast read, but very profound in its message.