Jesus in Solidarity with His People: A Theologian Looks at Mark. By William ReiserS.J., Collegeville, MN: Liturgical Press, 2000. xvii + 233 pages. $19.95 (paper) (original) (raw)
2002, Horizons: The Journal of the College Theology Society
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William Reiser's book, "Jesus in Solidarity with His People," interweaves theology, biblical studies, and spirituality, presenting a liberationist perspective on the Jesus of Mark's gospel. The work is designed primarily as a reference, suitable for readers interested in the social dimensions of Jesus' teachings, and while it serves well across multiple academic courses, it is difficult to teach as a primary text due to its broad scope. Reiser argues that understanding the political and social context of Jesus can reshape Christian tradition, and the book is recommended for libraries focusing on Catholic theology.
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