"e;A calm, well-balanced, carefully prepared book. . . . Excellent for adult Bible discussion groups, for occasional sermons, for suggesting ways of inclusive language. This book teaches and directs without antagonizing."e;--The Bible Today"e;A persuasive book, useful for personal reflection and group discussion, and ideal for gift-giving."e;--Daughters of Sarah"e;This is no dry erudite volume. It rubs salve in personal wounds inflicted by centuries of biblical misreading."e;--Sojourners"e;The book reflects careful research; it is written in a style that will appeal to those interested in the implications of biblical research but without the time or inclination to follow the involved discussions of biblical scholarship."e;--National Catholic Reporter

"e;A calm, well-balanced, carefully prepared book. . . . Excellent for adult Bible discussion groups, for occasional sermons, for suggesting ways of inclusive language. This book teaches and directs without antagonizing."e;--The Bible Today"e;A persuasive book, useful for personal reflection and group discussion, and ideal for gift-giving."e;--Daughters of Sarah"e;This is no dry erudite volume. It rubs salve in personal wounds inflicted by centuries of biblical misreading."e;--Sojourners"e;The book reflects careful research; it is written in a style that will appeal to those interested in the implications of biblical research but without the time or inclination to follow the involved discussions of biblical scholarship."e;--National Catholic Reporter