ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 23, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Deep from its core, racism is ultimately destructive and is considered as the mother of all divisions and discrimination. For renowned theologian and activist Dr. Leonard Lovett, racism is a spiritual phenomenon that is deeply rooted in pride and the pervasive tendency to feel superior over others on the basis of color and ethnicity. How must racism be handled? To find, read Lovett's compelling new book Kingdom Beyond Color: Re-examining the Phenomenon of Racism.
The text was written to significantly challenge the Faith Community to get its house in order and go beyond the privatized notion of racism by leading the way for the larger society through corporate repentance linked to word and deed. Five chapters describe the phenomenon of racism from its earliest inception to the present. The element of power linked with prejudice and the ability to subjugate others on the basis of color and ethnicity must be present in order to be labeled racist behavior. Two chapters are prescriptive in pointing toward the resolution of racism in our time. Ultimately, the author contends that radical repentance will lead to liberation, which is the main goal for humankind itself.
As Kingdom Beyond Color proves, there is definitely a kingdom that recognizes and simultaneously goes beyond ethnicity and color. It emphasizes that people must embrace particularity as a prerequisite toward achieving universal understanding and acceptance, and that racism must be addressed with faith. To make a difference in your world, be sure to order a copy of this striking book at your local bookstore or online at Xlibris.com today!
About the Author
Dr. Leonard Lovett is an internationally recognized activist theologian-ethicist, ecumenist, cultural critic and bi-vocational servant of the church. His passion is to engage leaders in leadership/church development seminars in trans-denominational conclaves. With degrees from Morehouse College, Crozer Theological Seminary and a doctorate in ethics and society from Emory University, Lovett is currently the Church of God in Christ first Ecumenical Officer of Urban Affairs.
Kingdom Beyond Color * by Leonard Lovett
Re-examining the Phenomenon of Racism
Publication Date: January 17, 2007
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