Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1187038 in Books
• Published on: 2003-09-17
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 360 pages

From Library Journal
In examining the recent developments in the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), Hankins (history, Baylor Univ.) suggests how much things have changed since Rufus B. Spain wrote At Ease in Zion: A Social History of Southern Baptists, 1865-1900 (Vanderbilt Univ., 1967). While Spain discussed the close moral and political affinity between Southern Baptists and Southern culture, Hankins reveals that Southern Baptists now see themselves at odds with current American culture in all parts of the country. This has led to a hardening of positions. Hankins provides a detailed account of the recent takeover of SBC by its most conservative members, who see themselves as cultural warriors combating a decadent society. Various chapters discuss the denomination's positions on abortion, women, church and state issues, and racism. The author is sympathetic and fair, though he espouses a more moderate approach to many issues. A good look at current trends in this the largest Protestant denomination in America, this is recommended for public and academic libraries. C. Robert Nixon, MLS, Lafayette, IN
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