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Recent controversies have rocked evangelicalism on the question: is gender-inclusive language for human beings faithful and helpful in Bible translation, or does it distort and obscure God's Word? Distorting Scripture? moves beyond sensationalism to the meaty core of an ongoing debate. - Back cover.
This book investigates the contentious question of whether using gender-inclusive language in Bible translation is faithful to God's Word or a distortion of it. Mark L. Strauss, an expert in the field, moves beyond the sensationalism surrounding recent controversies to address the core issues at stake. The work aims to provide a thorough examination of the arguments for and against gender-inclusive language in biblical texts, considering its impact on theological understanding and faithfulness to the original message.
The book addresses a significant and ongoing debate within evangelical circles regarding Bible translation and gender-inclusive language. It is presented as a work that seeks to move beyond sensationalism to a more substantive discussion of the issues. The framing suggests a text intended for those engaged with theological and biblical scholarship, aiming to inform and clarify complex arguments for a concerned readership.
Page Count:
240
Publication Date:
1998-01-01
ISBN-10:
0830819401
ISBN-13:
9780830819409
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