Description
Book SynopsisRedekop, Conrad Grebel College, emeritus; James M. Stayer, Queen's University, Ontario
Trade ReviewThis is a text whose time has come, and one that will be valuable for those from any faith tradition and likely required reading for Anabaptist scholars, pastors, and students in the coming years. Journal of Religion An impressive piece of scholarship. -- William H. Brackney Journal of Church and State A strong contribution to a little-studied aspect of Anabaptist/Mennonite life. -- Donald Durnbaugh Utopian Studies 2002 An important book [that] lays out the critical issues and highlights thought-provoking stories of misused power. -- John A. Lapp Provident Book Finder The editors are to be commended for presenting a well-integrated and thought-provoking book. -- Bruno Dyck Journal of Mennonite Studies 2003 It will... intrigue readers who enjoy delving into the ambiguities and controversies of contentious Anabaptist communities. -- Scott Sernau Mennonite Quarterly Review This is a text whose time has come, and one that will be valuable for those from any faith tradition. -- Keith Graber Miller Catholic Historical Review 2004
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Chapter 1. Power
Chapter 2. Power and Religion in the Western Intellectual Tradition
Chapter 3. The Anabaptist Revolt and Political and Religious Power
Chapter 4. Power and Authority in Mennonite Theological Development
Chapter 5. The Abuse of Power Among Mennonites in South Russia, 1789–1919
Chapter 6. Power Under the Cover of Tradition: A Case Study of a "Plain Community"
Chapter 7. Mennonite Culture Wars: Power, Authority, and Domination
Chapter 8. Power and Authority in Mennonite Ecclesiology: A Feminist Perspective
Chapter 9. Power in the Anabaptist Community
Notes
Bibliography
Contributors
Index
