Bernhard Lang

Subversive Principles

World Religions

“Forget everything you think you know about Avot, the supposed ‘Ethics of the Fathers’ and founding document of rabbinic Judaism. David H. Aaron applies the strategy of defamiliarization to dispel your preconceptions. Through his close reading of the Jewish classic in the light of Greco-Roman culture and modern social theory, Avot emerges as a revolutionary tract rather than an affirmation of traditional wisdom. Written and presented well, Subversive Principles is a winner.”

The Forgotten Compass

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Experience the excitement of discovery—of an author whose work may well change your way of looking at the Bible. This book lets Marcel Jousse speak for himself but also allows us the privilege of accompanying major scholars as they step out of their routine to engage critically and enthusiastically with Jousse. Unsurprisingly, Jousse taught in Paris. Perhaps surprisingly, he was a Jesuit priest.”

The Religion of the Landless

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“. . . a brilliant mind at work demonstrating how the social sciences can illuminate the scriptural text . . . Well written and suggestive . . . the best of biblical scholarship currently available.”