Exploring the nature of texts, this book explains how scriptures function within religions. Topics covered include the oral dimensions of scripture, canon forma

Scholars often have questioned how much the New Testament can tell us about the Mother of Jesus. After all, Mary appears only in a few accounts and speaks on li

God’s Word or Motivational Mantra? Does it ever feel as though Bible verses have been repeated so often they have lost their meaning? Like a game of Bible Mad

Most evangelical Christians believe that those people who are not saved before they die will be punished in hell forever. But is this what the Bible truly teach

The United States has more people locked up in jails, prisons, and detention centers than any other country in the history of the world. Exploring the history a