Doing Without Adam and Eve: Sociobiology and Original Sin

A new examination of the doctrine of original sinIn this provocative new addition to the acclaimed series, Patricia Williams assays the doctrine of original sin with a scientific lens and, based on sociobiology, offers an alternative Christian account of human nature's foibles and future.

Focusing on the Genesis 2 and 3 account Williams shows how its historical interpretation in early Christianity not only misread the text but derived an idea of being human profoundly at odds with experience and contemporary science.

Williams's work, frank in its assessment of traditional misunderstandings, challenges theologians and all Christians to reassess the roots and branches of this linchpin doctrine.

Author: Patricia a. Williams
Publisher: Fortress Press
Published: 06/19/2001
Pages: 252
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 8.95h x 6.02w x 0.63d
ISBN: 9780800632854

Review Citation(s):
Choice 01/01/2002 pg. 894

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