"Even the Devil Quotes Scripture"

You are warmly invited to join us for the launch and discussion of Even the Devil Quotes Scripture: Reading the Bible on Its Own Terms by Robyn Whitaker.

Robyn will speak about her book before a response and discussion led by Professor Peter Sherlock, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Divinity. 

WHEN: Sunday 23rd July, 3.30 - 5pm

COST: Free

RSVP for catering purposes. Light refreshments will be served.

**Carol from St Peter's Bookroom will have copies of the book for sale at the event and Robyn will be signing for those who would like a signed copy. You can also pre-purchase the book at Readings or Koorong.

See what others are saying about this book:

“Robyn Whitaker’s lucid and highly personal book urges the reader to let the Bible be what it is rather than force it into preconceived categories and to keep in mind that the goal of interpretation is love. This engaging book should be read by any student embarking on the study of the Bible, especially those who come from a conservative background and are anxious about the effects of critical scholarship.”

—John J. Collins, Yale University

“This unique book integrates Whitaker’s impressive academic expertise with everyday matters of faith and applies both to read- ing the Bible and to discerning how God continues to speak to God’s people through this living, dynamic sacred text. Whitaker explores what we can learn about how to interpret the Bible from the Bible itself with the premise that anyone can quote the Bible—even the devil—but that doesn’t mean one is correct. In a world keen on proof-texting and my-way-or-the-highway, Whitaker challenges the ways the Bible is used to condemn and exclude and advocates replacing such use with a hermeneutic of love, inviting readers deeper into conversation with God and following the example of Jesus. This book is a gift and excellent resource for the academy, the church, and, in Whitaker’s words, ‘those hovering around her edges.’”

—Jenn Strawbridge, University of Oxford

“Approachable, engaging, honest, and thoughtful are words I would use to recommend Robyn J. Whitaker’s Even the Devil Quotes Scripture to Christians wanting to know more about biblical interpretation. Drawing upon her own experiences, Whitaker invites readers to think about some of the Bible’s most puzzling pieces, such as contradicting stories and multiple versions of the same story. Throughout the book Whitaker models what she describes as a hermeneutic of love, a way of reading the Bible that privileges listening to others, doing no harm, and embracing compassion. This book will be an excellent re- source for anyone teaching the Bible in congregational or seminary settings.”

—Lynn Huber, Elon University