Jesus, king of strangers : what the Bible really says about immigration /

Hamilton, Mark W.,

Jesus, king of strangers : what the Bible really says about immigration / Mark W. Hamilton. - xi, 171 pages ; 22 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 159-166) and index.

The reality of migration -- The Bible and the migrant -- Migration as experience and literary theme -- Exodus and exile -- Exodus, exile, and human nature -- The law of the stranger -- The voice of prophecy -- Israel as migrant and host of migrants -- New Testament transformations -- A conclusion for now.

9780802876621 (pbk. : alk. paper)

2018055414


Emigration and immigration--Biblical teaching.
Emigration and immigration--Religious aspects--Christianity.
Church work with immigrants.

BS680.E38 H36 2019 / 14830

261.8/3

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