The Bible is an Eastern Book : Honour and Shame in Scripture

We will explore the cultural dynamics of honour and shame in Scripture, dynamics which we can often miss as Western readers. Why was Boaz’ acceptance of Ruth so significant? What did it cost Joseph to marry pregnant Mary? How does the cross of Jesus Christ deal with our shame? What are the pastoral implications of broadening our gospel language to include honour and shame? How can we share the gospel with our friends, who think more about shame than about guilt and as Western readers of Scripture, engage with these issues?