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The present volume demonstrates that from the experiences of earlier dialogue, tempered by the realities of confrontation so hard upon its heels, we are now reentering a period of dialogue between different points of view that can be fruitful beyond anything that could have been imagined even a few years ago. --from the Foreword

"An appraisal of liberation theology from the Anabaptist-Mennonite perspective, Freedom and Discipleship brings together essays by prominent theologians of that tradition and responses by Protestant liberation theologians. Emerging from differing ethnic, socio-cultural, and denominational backgrounds, the contributors seek to promote an inter-Christian dialogue. This dialogue, in turn, locates foundations for both building and equipping the ecclesial community for mission, especially the witness of peace and justice. It spurs modern descendants of both traditions to reflect on their own radical roots, while simultaneously raising critical questions on such topics as violence and nonviolence. Freedom and Discipleship offers a unique assessment of liberation theology from the perspective of the ""Radical Reformation""--that stream of Protestantism which has understood the discipleship of Jesus to imply commitments to peace and to justice. The contributors address the myriad dimensions of liberation theology--including hermeneutical, ecclesiological, christological, ethical, and eschatological concerns. In Part I, ""Perspectives on Liberation Theology,"" essays evaluate liberation theology at various points and in different ways. Part II, ""Dialogical Interface and Implications,"" reflects the ongoing conversation in a dialectical and dynamic fashion. In bringing together liberation theology and the Anabaptist perspective, Freedom and Discipleship makes a significant contribution to the engagement of two Christian traditions."

An appraisal of liberation theology from the Anabaptist-Mennonite perspective, Freedom and Discipleship brings together essays by prominent theologians of that tradition and responses by Protestant liberation theologians. Emerging from differing ethnic, socio-cultural, and denominational backgrounds, the contributors seek to promote an inter-Christian dialogue. This dialogue, in turn, locates foundations for both building and equipping the ecclesial community for mission, especially the witness of peace and justice. It spurs modern descendants of both traditions to reflect on their own radical roots, while simultaneously raising critical questions on such topics as violence and nonviolence. Freedom and Discipleship offers a unique assessment of liberation theology from the perspective of the Radical Reformation --that stream of Protestantism which has understood the discipleship of Jesus to imply commitments to peace and to justice. The contributors address the myriad dimensions of liberation theology--including hermeneutical, ecclesiological, christological, ethical, and eschatological concerns. In Part I, Perspectives on Liberation Theology, essays evaluate liberation theology at various points and in different ways. Part II, Dialogical Interface and Implications, reflects the ongoing conversation in a dialectical and dynamic fashion. In bringing together liberation theology and the Anabaptist perspective, Freedom and Discipleship makes a significant contribution to the engagement of two Christian traditions.

"""The present volume demonstrates that from the experiences of earlier dialogue, tempered by the realities of confrontation so hard upon its heels, we are now reentering a period of dialogue between different points of view that can be fruitful beyond anything that could have been imagined even a few years ago."" --from the Foreword"

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Daniel S. Schipani is Professor Emeritus, Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary. He is author of Religious Education Encounters Liberation Theology.

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