Description

Book Synopsis
The rise of monotheistic religious faith in ancient Israel and post-exilic Judaism inspired the imperative for social justice on behalf of the poor and the oppressed. Though some authors have maintained that monotheism inspires tyranny, this author maintains that real monotheistic faith affirms justice and human equality.

Table of Contents
Introduction; 1. Tyranny or Justice? The Debate; 2. The Prophets Demand Justice on Behalf of 'The One God'; 3. Laws Seek Justice on Behalf of 'The One God'; 4. The Relationship of Monotheism to Social Justice.

Monotheism and Social Justice

    Product form

    £17.00

    Includes FREE delivery

    Order before 4pm today for delivery by Tue 16 Jun 2026.

    A Paperback by Robert Karl Gnuse

    2 in stock

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of Monotheism and Social Justice by Robert Karl Gnuse

      Publisher: Cambridge University Press
      Publication Date: 7/20/2023 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781009223317, 978-1009223317
      ISBN10: 1009223313
      Also in:
      Politics, Philosophy & Society Social discrimination and social justice Old Testaments Religion: general

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The rise of monotheistic religious faith in ancient Israel and post-exilic Judaism inspired the imperative for social justice on behalf of the poor and the oppressed. Though some authors have maintained that monotheism inspires tyranny, this author maintains that real monotheistic faith affirms justice and human equality.

      Table of Contents
      Introduction; 1. Tyranny or Justice? The Debate; 2. The Prophets Demand Justice on Behalf of 'The One God'; 3. Laws Seek Justice on Behalf of 'The One God'; 4. The Relationship of Monotheism to Social Justice.

      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account