The Social Gospel Of Jesus

Scholars are agreed that the central metaphor in Jesus' proclamation was the kingdom of God. But what did that phrase mean in the first-century Palestinian world of Jesus? Since it is a political metaphor, what did Jesus envision as the political import of his message? Since this is tied to the political economy, how was that structured in Jesus' day? How is the violence of Jesus' Mediterranean world addressed in the kingdom? And how does "self-denial" fit into Jesus' agenda? Malina tackles these questions in a very accessible way, providing a social-scientific analysis, meaning that he brings to bear explicit models and a comparative approach toward an exciting interpretation of what Jesus was up to, and how his first-century audience would have heard him.

Contributions by internationally known scholars from the United States, Germany, Scotland, Spain, and Canada move beyond many of the impasses in historical Jesus research. Includes essays using social sciences, social history, and traditional historical methods.

Walter Rauschenbusch (1861 – 1918) was a Christian theologian, Baptist pastor, and a leader of the Social Gospel movement. In A Theology for the Social Gospel, published the year before his death, Rauschenbusch offered a A Theology for the Social Gospel (1917), Rauschenbusch takes up the task of laying a theological foundation for the nascent movement.

"The Social Principles of Jesus" by Walter Rauschenbusch is a profound and thought-provoking exploration of the teachings of Jesus Christ in the context of social justice and ethics. Rauschenbusch, a prominent theologian and Baptist minister, presents a compelling argument for the application of Jesus' principles to address contemporary social issues. Through careful analysis of biblical texts, Rauschenbusch emphasizes the importance of compassion, equality, and community building in creating a just and equitable society. His eloquent prose and profound insights inspire readers to reflect on their own actions and the impact they have on the world around them. "The Social Principles of Jesus" is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers, encouraging them to live in accordance with the principles of love and justice.