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Book SynopsisMoldovan explores an aspect of Martin Luther King's legacy that has been largely overlooked by scholars until now. Martin Luther King Jr. is a unique study of Dr. King's preaching and emerging theology spanning from his student days to his tragic death. The influence of Dr. King's religious convictions is conveyed through the personal accounts of his listeners. This study of theology and homiletics attests to Martin Luther King's indelible mark on American society. Moldovan traces the power and influence of Dr. King's words on those who heard him in Selma, Birmingham, and Chicago during the Civil Rights era.
Table of ContentsChapter 1 List of Abbreviations Chapter 2 Forward Chapter 3 Preface Chapter 4 Acknowledgments Chapter 5 Why Martin Luther King Jr.? A Question of Relevance Chapter 6 An American Amos Chapter 7 Racism and Discrimination: America's Social and Cultural Nightmare Chapter 8 Nine Components of the Preaching of Martin Luther King, Jr. Chapter 9 More Testimonies Chapter 10 Conclusion: A Model for Preaching and Ministry Chapter 11 Bibliography Chapter 12 Index
