This wide-ranging Reader provides a comprehensive survey of the interaction between postcolonial criticism and biblical studies.

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• Examines how various empires such as the Persian and Roman affected biblical narratives.
  
• Demonstrates how different biblical writers such as Paul, Matthew and Mark handled the challenges of empire.
  
• Includes examples of the practical application of postcolonial criticism to biblical texts.
  
• Considers contemporary issues such as diaspora, race, representation and territory.
  
• Editorial commentary draws out the key points to be made and creates a coherent narrative.