Kidwell, Jeremy <br/><br/>
The Theology of Craft and the Craft of Work 

 -  Routledge  2016 
 - 252: ill.  ‎ 15.6 x 1.6 x 23.39 cm 
<br/><br/>An important reconceptualisation is taking place in the way people express creativity, work together, and engage in labour; particularly, suggests Kidwell, a surprising resurgence in recent years of manual and craft work. Noting the wide array of outlets that now market hand-made goods and the array of popular books which advocate ‘making’ as a basis for activism or personal improvement, this book seeks to understand how the micro-politics of craft work might offer insights for a broader theology of work. Why does it matter that we do work which is meaningful, excellent, and beautiful? Through a close reading of Christian scripture, The Theology of Craft and the Craft of Work examines the theology and ethics of work in light of original biblical exegesis. Kidwell presents a detailed exegetical study of temple construction accounts in the Hebrew bible and the New Testament. Illuminating a theological account of craft, and employing the ancient vision of ‘good work’ which is preserved in these biblical texts, Kidwell critically interrogates modern forms of industrial manufacture. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781472476517 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Christian Theology<br/>Craft & Making<br/>Craft and Theology<br/>Judaism Theology<br/>Material culture<br/>Religious subjects and art
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>CRFT  / KID