Image and Glory of God: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 as a Case Study in Bible, Gender and Hermeneutics

by Michael Lakey

This hermeneutical case-study illustrates the complexities of using biblical materials to shed light upon present-day concerns. The specific situation addressed is the recent evangelical controversy regarding gender roles. A significant strand of this debate concerns the relationship between gender and the doctrine of God. This proposition is derived from 1 Corinthians 11.

Whilst aspects of this argument are criticized, Lakey also argues...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0567182606
• ISBN13: 9780567182609
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: T&T Clark
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"