Holly Hearon

Encountering God in Tyrannical Texts

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Frances Taylor Gench writes for those for whom Scripture is still a living tradition—or who wish that it could be. A scholar with a deep love for the church, she fearlessly takes on some of the most terrifying texts for women in the letters of Paul and proposes ways to respectfully engage them that do not minimize their dangers nor overlook their insights. I heartily recommend this accessible and engaging book for all who want to take Scripture seriously and are willing to dig deep and wrestle with it. They will not be disappointed.”

Orality and Literacy in Early Christianity

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“At last! This collection of essays by Pieter Botha is a tremendous gift to those interested in issues related to orality and literacy in the ancient world. Botha is among the leading voices in this conversation. His thoughtful and carefully crafted essays represent some of the best work in the field. This collection deserves to be a part of any conversation moving forward.”

The Case for Mark Composed in Performance

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this exquisitely argued book, Anne Wire pulls together recent research on the oral and aural dimensions of written texts to present a compelling case for the composition of the Gospel of Mark in performance. Rarely does one have the pleasure of reading a book that presents its argument with such precision, clarity, and elegance. The paradigm shift that many have been calling for is here beautifully launched and can no longer be ignored.”

The Oral Ethos of the Early Church

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In these beautifully crafted essays, Joanna Dewey explores with clarity, rigor, and insight what it means to hear the texts of the New Testament as oral texts. I am especially pleased to see the inclusion of her essays on women and storytelling, an often neglected subject. . . . This is essential reading for anyone interested in the area of orality.”

Translating Scripture for Sound and Performance

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Books abound on translation of the biblical text. The essays in this book take the conversation in critical, new directions by exploring the dynamic relationship between translation and performance. It represents essential reading for anyone interested in, not only these two areas, but the nature of the biblical text and communication theory.”