Power, Providence, and Personality: Biblical Insight into Life and Ministry

by Walter Brueggemann

Prominent biblical scholar and author Walter Brueggemann studies three passages from the books of Samuel, using the methods of literary criticism and rhetorical analysis. He examines the ways the themes of power, divine providence, and David's personality cohere in the biblical narrative to explain David's rise to power and assumption of the kingship and his dominance over Saul.

Genres: Biblical Studies, Theology, Spirituality

120 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1990

About the author

Walter Brueggemann was an American Christian scholar and theologian who is widely considered an influential Old Testament scholar. His work often focused on the Hebrew prophetic tradition and the sociopolitical imagination of the Church. He argued that the Church must provide a counter-narrative to the dominant forces of consumerism, militarism, and nationalism.

Reviews

[Erik · Rating 4 out of 5]

As always with Brueggemann, a stimulating read!