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082			_aCRFT _bKID
100			_aKidwell, Jeremy
245		4	_aThe Theology of Craft and the Craft of Work
260			_a. _bRoutledge _c2016
300			_a252: ill. _c‎ 15.6 x 1.6 x 23.39 cm _rHB
504			_aAn 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.
650			_aChristian Theology
650			_aCraft & Making
650			_aCraft and Theology
650			_aJudaism Theology
650			_aMaterial culture
650			_aReligious subjects and art
942			_cBKS
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