PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

With a Bible and guitar, Bob Marley set out to conquer the world of popular music. Rising from humble origins to international stardom, he worked tirelessly to spread a dual message of resistance and redemption-a message inspired by his reading of scripture. Marley's constant reliance on the Bible throughout the stages of his artistic and spiritual paths is an integral part of his story that has not been sufficiently told until now. This is the first book written on Bob Marley as a biblical interpreter. It answers the question, What light does biblical scholarship shed on Marley's interpretation, and what can Marley teach biblical scholars? Focusing on the parts of the Bible that Marley quotes most often in his lyrics, MacNeil provides a close analysis of Marley's interpretation. For students of Marley, this affords a deeper appreciation and understanding of his thought and his art. For students of scripture, it demonstrates the nature of Marley's unique contribution to the field of biblical interpretation, which can be appreciated as an excellent example of what R. S. Sugirtharajah calls "vernacular interpretation" of scripture.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dean MacNeil holds an MA in theology from Loyola Marymount University and a BA in English Literature from the University of Michigan. His interests lie in the intersection of music and theology. MacNeil has worked in the music industry for two decades and is a lifelong musician. He lives in Los Angeles, where he has served in young adult and music ministries.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cascade Books; Illustrated edition (August 27, 2013)

Language ‏ : ‎ English

Paperback ‏ : ‎ 186 pages

ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 162564034X

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1625640345

Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.9 ounces

Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.47 x 9 inches