Warren Carter, Barbara E. Reid (EDT), Sarah Tanzer (EDT) Mark

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The Academy of Parish Clergy 2020 Reference Book of the Year2020 Association of Catholic Publishers first place award in Scripture2020 Catholic Press Association third place award for best new religious book seriesThis reading of Marks Gospel engages this ancient text from the perspective of contemporary feminist concerns to expose and resist all forms of domination that prevent the full flourishing of all humans and all creation. Accordingly, it foregrounds the Gospels constructions of gender in intersectionality with the visions, structures, practices, and personnel of Roman imperial power. This reading embraces a rich tradition of feminist scholarship on the Gospel, as well as masculinity studies, particularly pervasive hegemonic masculinity. Its politically engaged discussion of Marks Gospel provides a resource for clergy, students, and laity concerned with contemporary constructions of gender, power, and a world in which all might experience fullness of life.