What unique contribution does The Renovaré Spiritual Formation Bible make to the field of biblical literature?
Walter Brueggemann: I think The Renovaré Spiritual Formation Bible has gone far to build an important bridge between critical scholarship and the life of faith. It is clear that the process is not whole and complete until we have done both tasks; but we tend to divide them. This Bible is an ambitious effort at making a much needed connection. P: What is the difference between reading the Bible for information and reading for formation? WB: When we read the Bible for information, we tend to be an outside spectator who keeps distance and so who remains in control of the knowing process. When we read for formation, we are drawn into the claim of the text. We find ourselves addressed, called into question, and invited to newness. Such reading for formation is a mode of knowing and being known that is alien to the dominant models of our culture that always seeks for control. This reading is for yielding and being transformed, not control. P: Could you describe a way you use the Bible for fo
