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2: The Lost Son — A Protective Act Within Harsh Cultural Norms and Political Implications
Radical Protection and Political Challenge Within a Culture of Honour and Shame Introduction The Parable of the Lost Son (Luke…
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3: The Parable of the Wicked Tenants — A Political Critique of Leadership and Power
Political Critique of Religious Leadership and Authority Introduction The Parable of the Wicked Tenants (Mark 12:1–12; Matthew 21:33–46; Luke 20:9–19)…
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4: Jesus’ Triumphal Entry — A Political Statement of Messianic Kingship and Challenge to Authority
Political Assertion and Messianic Challenge Introduction Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem (Matthew 21:1–11; Mark 11:1–11; Luke 19:28–44; John 12:12–19) is…
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5: The Trial of Jesus — Political Collusion and Religious Power
Political Collusion and Religious Authority Introduction The trial of Jesus (Mark 14:53–65; Matthew 26:57–68; Luke 22:54–71; John 18:12–40) represents a…
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6: The Book of Esther — Court Politics and Minority Survival
Court Politics and Minority Survival in the Persian Empire Introduction The Book of Esther is a unique biblical narrative set…
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7: The Story of David and Saul — Political Power Struggles in Ancient Israel
Political Power Struggles and Legitimacy in Ancient Israel Introduction The narrative of David and Saul, found primarily in 1 Samuel,…
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8: The Exile and Return — Geopolitical Realities and National Identity
Geopolitical Realities and National Identity in Biblical Israel Introduction The Babylonian Exile and subsequent return under Persian rule constitute one…
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9: The Parable of the Ten Virgins
Political and Social Inclusion in the Kingdom of God Introduction The Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1–13) is traditionally…
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10: The Tower of Babel — Political Ambition and Divine Judgment
Political Ambition and Divine Judgment in the Early Biblical Narrative Introduction The story of the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1–9)…
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11: The Calling of the Disciples
Political Subversion of Social Hierarchies in Jesus’ Ministry Introduction The calling of Jesus’ disciples, particularly the invitation to fishermen and…