Class conflict in the time of Jesus; what Catholic women want; an Australian Idol on faith and family

Dr Robert Myles from Wollaston Theological College was interviewed by ABC Radio National on 7 April.

The interview with Dr Myles starts at 18’45”

Class conflict in the time of Jesus; what Catholic women want; an Australian Idol on faith and family

A global survey reveals many Catholic women feel undervalued by the church, and are calling for reform. Plus, we explore class conflict in the age of Jesus, and speak with this year’s Australian Idol winner about faith, family and connection to country.

Guests:

• Royston Sagigi-Baira – singer, Thanakwithi and Badu Island man, 2023 Australian Idol winner
• Kathleen McPhillips – sociologist of religion and gender, University of Newcastle NSW
• Tracy McEwan – theologian and sociologist of religion and gender, University of Newcastle NSW
• Robert J. Myles – Senior Lecturer in New Testament at Wollaston Theological College and the University of Divinity, Melbourne

Presenters:

Siobhan Marin, Rohan Salmond

Want to read more on the topic?

Jesus: A Life in Class Conflict

A major biography of Jesus from a historical materialist perspective

Authors
James Crossley and Robert J. Myles

Synopsis
What made the Jesus movement tick? By situating the life of Jesus of Nazareth in the turbulent troubles of first-century Palestine, Crossley and Myles give a thrilling historical-materialist take on the historical Jesus. Delivering a wealth of knowledge on the social, economic, and cultural conflicts of the time, Jesus: A Life in Class Conflict uncovers the emergence of a fervent and deadly serious religious organizer whose social and religious movement offered not only a radical end-time edict of divine reversal and judgment but also a promising new world order ruled in the interests of the peasantry. The movement’s popular appeal was due in part to a desire to represent the values of ordinary rural workers, and its vision meant that the rich would have to give up their wealth, while the poor would be afforded a life of heavenly luxury. Tensions flared up considerably when the movement marched on Jerusalem and Jesus was willingly martyred for the cause. Crossley and Myles offer a vivid portrait of the man and his movement and uncover the material conditions that converged to make it happen.

Wollaston Theological College

Wollaston Theological College helps all members to become confident, passionate and equipped members of the Body of Christ, willing and able to engage dynamically and effectively with society.

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