Black Theology and Black PowerFirst published in 1969, "Black Theology and Black Power" provided the first systematic presentation of black theology. Relating the militant struggle for liberation with the gospel message of salvation, James Cone laid the foundation for an original interpretation of Christianity that retains its urgency and challenge today. |
Contents
Preface to the 1989 Edition | 1 |
The Gospel of Jesus Black People and Black Power | 31 |
XV | 44 |
Copyright | |
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