Reading Scripture as a Political Act Alan Cribb Hip Hop Music: History and

Hip Hop Music: History and Culture explores core hip hop elements

giving educators a solid foundation for curriculum knowledge Describes the political nature of curriculum and how we must be attentive to the increasingly diverse populations found in our schools Connects the readings to traditional course goals

Drawing on their wealth of teaching experience

and media studies with an interest in cultural economy

Reading Scripture as a Political Act Alan Cribb Hip Hop Music: History andAlthough scholars increasingly understand Scripture to contain political dimensions and implications, the interpretation of Scripture is often marginalized in most scholarly discussions of political theology. Reading Scripture as a Political Act takes a step toward remedying this situation by exploring some of the ways the church has read Scripture politically. This volume examines the political character of premodern and modern theologians' readings