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The Bible Helps Us Address Environmental Destruction and Social Injustice, Part 1: The Stories of Genesis

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Although the Bible is generally dismissed as irrelevant by modern secularists, it remains at least as relevant as other ancient literature. In Part 1 of a two‐part article, I examine the mythological or nonhistorical stories of Genesis to determine how they provide insights into the contemporary problems faced by humanity: crises relating to the global environment and global injustice. Until recent centuries, those stories from Genesis reminded Jews and Christians of the dangers of human arrogance in terms of the mistreatment of nature and people. In the 21st century, we need to become reacquainted with those stories that might remind us that nature is a gift to be treated with respect and shared with others. The Bible can help shift our focus by providing us with an image of shalom: a sustainable, just, and healthy world of thriving life.

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  • Carol Frances Johnston, 2021. "The Bible Helps Us Address Environmental Destruction and Social Injustice, Part 1: The Stories of Genesis," American Journal of Economics and Sociology, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 80(5), pages 1283-1301, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:ajecsc:v:80:y:2021:i:5:p:1283-1301
    DOI: 10.1111/ajes.12434
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