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Where Are Critical Theory and the Social Justice Movement Taking Us? Critical theory and its expression in fields such as critical race theory, critical pedagogy, and queer theory are having a profound impact on our culture. Contemporary critical theory's ideas about race, class, gender, identity, and justice have dramatically shaped how people think, act, and view one another-in Christian and secular spheres alike. In Critical Dilemma, authors Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer illuminate the origins and influences of contemporary critical theory, considering it in the light of clear reason and biblical orthodoxy. While acknowledging that it can provide some legitimate insights regarding race, class, and gender, Critical Dilemma exposes the false assumptions at the heart of critical theory, arguing that it poses a serious threat to both the church and society at large. Drawing on exhaustive research and careful analysis, Shenvi and Sawyer condemn racism, urge Christians to seek justice, and offer a path forward for racial healing and unity while also opposing critical theory's manifold errors. Critical Dilemma illuminate the origins and influences of contemporary critical theory and consider it in the light of clear reason and biblical orthodoxy. Authors Shenvi and Sawyer offer a path forward for racial healing and unity while also opposing critical theory's manifold errors. "A charitable parsing of contemporary critical theories, Critical Dilemma untangles what's useful from what's ineffective among the teachings associated with racial, gender, and economic equity. The work roundly denounces racism and other systemically abusive antihuman evils, yet argues that critical theories struggle to provide meaningful solutions without creating de-humanizing inequities of their own. Critical Dilemma engages popular ideas without hurling invective, making it unique in the discussion. Those who have been wrongly labeled as Marxist, or as upholding white supremacy, or (astonishingly) as both, will appreciate the authors' careful definition of terms; insiders struggling with the systems' inconsistencies and fearful of the backlash that accompanies critique will draw courage to voice concerns and find themselves introduced to a true pro-human approach to equality that liberates body, mind, and soul." -K.A. Ellis, director at The Edmiston Center at Reformed Theological Seminary, Atlanta, GA "This work is a tour de force. Written with the erudition of careful scholarship, the thoughtful insight of careful reflection, and the gracious wisdom of pastoral care, this book contains all that you need to know to engage meaningfully in this conversation. As a pastor, I found it particularly helpful. It is balanced, fair, and very compelling. Drs. Shenvi and Sawyer let critical theorists explain themselves in their own words, and then they note both the positive contributions and negative pitfalls of critical theory. I was amazed at how Shenvi and Sawyer took even the most complex philosophical concepts and made them understandable and memorable for the lay reader. This might not be the only book you ever read on this subject, but it should definitely be the first. This will be my first recommended resource for anyone wanting to engage in this very pressing conversation." -J.D. Greear, PhD, pastor, The Summit Church; 62nd president of the Southern Baptist Convention; author of Essential Christianity: The Heart of the Gospel in 10 Words "Whether you are a Christian, an atheist, or something else entirely, Critical Dilemma is an invaluable analysis of the extraordinary (and some would say, religious) transformations rippling across our culture and society. An extremely clear and illustrative contemporary guide for the perplexed, this book is ultimately a wholehearted defense of genuine empathy, unity, and justice for... |
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Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
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Social justice -- Religious aspects -- Christianity.
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Christianity and justice.
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Electronic books.
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Critical dilemma : the rise of critical theories and social justice ideology - implications for the church and society |
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9780736988711 (electronic bk.) |
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0736988718 (electronic bk.) |
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MWT16293148 |
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