Tribals, Empire and God
Book Description
In this groundbreaking exploration of biblical scholarship, Zhodi Angami introduces readers to an entirely new way of engaging with sacred text through the lens of tribal wisdom and experience. Drawing from his own background in North East India, Angami demonstrates how indigenous perspectives can illuminate biblical narratives in profound and unexpected ways.
The book centers on a fresh examination of Matthew's account of Jesus' birth, viewed through the eyes of tribal communities who understand what it means to live under imperial dominance. This unique approach reveals how ancient stories of resistance and hope speak directly to contemporary experiences of marginalization and colonial struggle.
Angami develops a systematic methodology that brings tribal worldviews into meaningful dialogue with biblical text. Rather than imposing external interpretations, this approach allows the wisdom of indigenous communities to engage authentically with scripture, creating new pathways for understanding that honor both cultural heritage and spiritual truth.
The work demonstrates how those who have been pushed to society's edges often possess the clearest vision for recognizing themes of liberation and divine justice within sacred narratives. Through careful analysis and cultural conversation, readers discover how biblical stories come alive when viewed from perspectives that mainstream scholarship has traditionally overlooked.
This pioneering study offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to understand how cultural context shapes spiritual interpretation, making ancient wisdom accessible and relevant to diverse communities worldwide.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~9 hours)
📄 Length: 314 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Minorities
- ✓ Explore Religion
- ✓ Explore Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. gospels
- ✓ Explore Christianity and culture
- ✓ Explore Criticism, interpretation
- ✓ Explore Minorities, india
- ✓ Explore Comparative studies
