Before Plato, Jotham Extolled the ‘Reluctant Ruler’
Centuries before Plato wrote that the best rulers are reluctant ones, Jotham in the book of Judges told a fable arguing the same.
Ao invés de temer a perda de poder político, cristãos deveriam considerar a escolha de Daniel
Texto escrito por Dr. Michael Rhodes, publicado no The Biblical Mind em 4 de novembro de 2020, e traduzido por…
Confronting Christian Nationalism with the Book of Amos
The book of Amos has relevant critiques for the Christian nationalism on display in so much of the American church.
Instead of Fearing Loss of Political Power, Christians Should Consider the Daniel Option
Evangelicals clinging to political power—even if from good motivations—should consider the stories of Joseph and Daniel.
Conflitos Familiares e a Restauração do Cosmo II: Realeza e Servidão na Família Eleita
Realeza é um tema importante em toda a Bíblia Hebraica. Na narrativa da criação de Gênesis 1, YHWH qualifica a…
Family Conflicts and the Restoration of the Cosmos, Part II: Kingship and Servanthood within the Elected Family
The Hebraic morals of kingship emerge in the struggle between Joseph and his brothers. This confounding story inverts the typical relationship between ruler and ruled.
Biblical Culture-Making: How Sacred Order Shapes Social Order
Humans construct a social order that reflects or corresponds to some kind of sacred order. The Sinai covenant and the book of Judges illustrate this truth.
