Book Description
In this small book Walter Wink offers a précis of his whole thinking about this issue, including the relation of Jesus and his message to politics and nonviolence, the history of nonviolent efforts, and how nonviolence can win the day when others don't hesitate to resort to violence or terror to achieve their aims.
From the Publisher
The Christian tradition of nonviolence is needed as an alternative.
About the Author
Walter Wink is Professor of Biblical Interpretation at Auburn Theological Seminary in New York City. He is author of several award-winning books.
Jesus and Nonviolence (Facets Series): A Third Way FROM THE PUBLISHER
More than ever, Walter Wink believes, the Christian tradition of nonviolence is needed as an alternative to the dominant and death-dealing "powers" of our consumerist culture and fractured world. In this small book Wink offers a precis of his whole thinking about this issue, including the relation of Jesus and his message to politics and nonviolence, the history of nonviolent efforts, and how nonviolence can win the day when others don't hesitate to resort to violence or terror to achieve their aims.