Crying for Justice: What the Psalms Teach Us About Mercy and Vengeance in an Age of Terrorism (Paperback)

~ John N. Day (Author) "The world changed on that morning..." (more)
Key Phrases: inscriptional curses, precatory psalms, legitimate curse, Old Testament, New Testament, Song of Moses (more...)

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"In this book Dr. Day methodically examines the scriptural framework for proper Christian response to persecution of God's people that is unremitting and unrepentant. It is a must read for all Christians, as Christians are emerging as the primary target of the extremist cry of 'kill the infidel.' More than five centuries have passed since Christians in the West have personally had to face such an issue, and now it is time to become spiritually prepared. Don't miss this one. It is the definitive modern analysis of the subject." (Customer Reviews amazon.com 20070101)

"Not a light read, but intriguing, this book is recommended for leaders, serious Bible students, and those questioning the issue of vengeance." (Carolyn R. Scheidies Author's Choice Reviews 20070701)

"This is the most careful, balanced, and biblical treatment of this subject available. Day addresses all the current views on imprecations, the objections lodged against them, and provides in-depth exegetical discussions of three representative imprecatory Psalms. It's a valuable and important work on an issue that confuses many Christians." (Customer Reviews amazon.com 20070101)

John N Day, with his intriguing book, Crying For Justice, has presented a solid case, thoroughly researched and tackles this subject in a scholarly and balanced manner. (Rev. Austin Miles )

This thoughtful work ably addresses one of the more troubling moral problems in the Scriptures in a biblically balanced way, which readers will appreciate. (Roy B. Zuck Bibliotheca Sacra )

Product Description

Given the widespread violence and terrorism of the twenty-first-century world, should Christians be seeking divine vengeance like that demonstrated in the retribution psalms of David? This book examines the theology of the curses in the Psalms as well as the ancient cultural context and then shows how mercy and vengeance should play out in our current world. (20060401)

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Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Kregel Academic & Professional (August 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0825424461
• ISBN-13: 978-0825424465
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #987,032 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Study of Imprecatory Prayer Available, November 12, 2005

By	Peter J. Leithart (Moscow, Idaho) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is the most careful, balanced, and biblical treatment of this subject available. Day addresses all the current views on imprecations, the objections lodged against them, and provides in-depth exegetical discussions of three representative imprecatory Psalms. It's a valuable and important work on an issue that confuses many Christians.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Christian Response to Unremitting Utter Evil, February 14, 2006

By	Mike Liles Jr. - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

In this book Dr. Day methodically examines the scriptural framework for proper Christian response to persecution of God's people that is unremitting and unrepentant. It is a must read for all Christians, as Christians are emerging as the primary target of the extremist cry of "kill the infidel." More than five centuries have passed since Christians in the West have personally had to face such an issue, and now is the time to become spiritually prepared. Don't miss this one. It is the definitive modern analysis of the subject.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fine Book on Imprecatory Psalms, October 30, 2005

By	PCA Federalist (Kirkland, WA USA) - See all my reviews

John Day has written a fine book on the imprecatory Psalms. He shows they are in keeping with God's standards of justice and with his own covenant promises to protect his people. By documenting that imprecations continue in the New Testament, he demonstrates they are relevant for the church to pray today.

He includes a large number of endnotes for those who want more technical detail. The book contains more references to Ancient Near Eastern texts than the average lay person would find relevant, but upholds the inspiration of scripture. For those who liked James Adams' "War Psalms of the Prince of Peace," this is a more thorough treatment.