October 8, 2007 8:19 AM
Theology and Down Syndrome: Reimagining Disability in Late Modernity
I am so excited! Those of you who know me well will understand why when you see this book which is coming out November 1:
Theology and Down Syndrome: Reimagining Disability in Late Modernity
I have ordered this book and will be reviewing it. In the meantime, here''s a little from Amazon:
Review
Amos Yong says he hopes this is an edifying work on theology and Down syndrome. It is certainly that but much more. Yong has done nothing less than provide the most comprehensive analysis we have of the philosophical issues surrounding Down syndrome. But more importantly, drawing on an account of the Holy Spirit, he helps us better appreciate how focusing on disability makes us re-think fundamental theological categories. I highly commend this book not only to those concerned with disability but to anyone who wants to think better about what it means to be a Christian in today's world. --Stanley Hauerwas, Gilbert T. Rowe Professor of Theological Ethics at Duke Divinity School
Review
Sometimes a book comes along which not only moves a field on but also changes its direction. Yong's work is just such a book. His careful and systematic theological analysis of disability offers insights and perspectives that allow his readers to grasp the meaning of disability and humanness in ways that are fresh, sometimes startling and disturbing, but always poignant and transformative. Yong's work is a significant contribution to disability theology and deserves to be taken seriously. --John Swinton, Professor in Practical Theology and Pastoral Care, School of Divinity, Religious Studies and Philosophy, University of Aberdeen
Review
With a sharp eye on church history, a compassionate heart that sees the world from the perspective of a scholar who is also a sibling of a man with Down Syndrome, an impressive analytical vision of modern disability perspectives, and the fresh insights of a voice from Pentecostal theology, Amos Yong is doing just what his title says, "Reimagining disability." The book is a new, important, and wonderful contribution to the growing exploration of theology from the perspective of disability and of disability from the perspective of theology. --Bill Gaventa, Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School/UMDNJ
Thank you so much, Kelly, for the heads up!
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Comments
Barbara,
Thank you for highlighting this book. I already have it on order. My daughter has fetal alcohol syndrome. I have found that her diagnosis created a spiritual crisis that acted as a catalyst for tremendous growth. She is a living parable who daily teaches me spiritual truth. I can't wait to read this author's perspective on the theology of disability ~
Posted by: Julie@Shanan Trail | October 8, 2007 10:22 AM
Awesome! I can't wait to read it. I hope that after doing so I will be shouting along with all of you, "Finally, thank you, and Hallelujah!"
Posted by: Jenice P. | October 8, 2007 3:53 PM
My Son Lyle taught me that the world needs more children with big hearts. I have known that there is a spiritual connection that transcends our current understanding of down's (I can't speak to other disabilities) All who have been touched by the down love remain forever changed.
Blessings to all so touched.
Posted by: Robin | December 9, 2007 2:23 AM
