Resolviendo
narratives of survival in the Hebrew Bible and …
Cristina García-Alfonso
119 pages | ~3 hrs
Resolviendo
narratives of survival in the Hebrew Bible and in Cuba today
By Cristina García-Alfonso
In "Resolviendo," Cristina García-Alfonso introduces readers to a powerful Cuban concept that transforms how we understand biblical narratives and contemporary survival. The term "resolviendo" captures the art of making do, finding solutions, and persevering through hardship—a deeply ingrained aspect of Cuban life that offers fresh insights into ancient stories.
García-Alfonso examines three compelling biblical figures—Rahab, Jael, and Jephthah—through this lens of survival and resourcefulness. By applying narrative criticism alongside feminist and post-colonial perspectives, she reveals how these ancient characters navigated their own challenges in ways that speak directly to modern struggles. The stories take on new meaning when viewed through the Cuban understanding of what it means to survive and thrive despite overwhelming obstacles.
This scholarly yet accessible work demonstrates how biblical interpretation can be enriched by contemporary cultural wisdom. García-Alfonso's approach shows how the concept of resolviendo illuminates not only the experiences of Cubans facing daily hardships, but also offers valuable perspectives for anyone in societies where survival requires creativity, determination, and hope.
The book bridges ancient wisdom and modern resilience, inviting readers to discover how timeless stories can provide guidance for navigating today's challenges. García-Alfonso's work opens new pathways for understanding both scripture and the human capacity to endure and overcome adversity.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Exegese
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Überleben
- ✓ Explore Josua <Buch> 2.
- ✓ Explore Cuba, social conditions
- ✓ Explore Kontextuelle Theologie
- ✓ Explore Bible
- ✓ Explore Richter <Buch> 4.
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Details
- Published
- 2010
- Publisher
- Peter Lang, Peter Lang Inc., International Academic Publishers
- ISBN-13
- 9781433107047
- ISBN-10
- 143310704X
- Pages
- 119
- Language
- EN
