Iriann Marie Irizarrys Interpretive Virtue, Ecclesial Context, and Social Location in Theological Interpretation of Scripture offers theological interpreters of Scripture an abundance of gifts. These gifts arise from her close analytical work; her deep sense of the importance of ecclesial context and her compelling call to open wide the doors of theological interpretation to more and differently located interpreters. Prepare to welcome these gifts when you read this work. * Stephen Fowl, President and Dean, Church Divinity School of the Pacific * Iriann Marie Irizarrys Interpretive Virtue, Ecclesial Context, and Social Location in Theological Interpretation of Scripture offers a rich and illuminating treatment of what it means to be a virtuous interpreter of Scripture. Combining careful analysis with attention to voices from the margins and caution against undue privileging of particular voices and contexts, Irizarry reminds us that how we read Scripture is inseparable from who we are as readers. In doing so, she exemplifies the virtues she commendshumility, attentiveness, and faithfulness. Highly recommended for all who seek to read Scripture with care and virtue. * John C. Peckham, J.N. Andrews Professor of Systematic Theology and Philosophy, Andrews University * In this book, Iriann Marie Irizarry simultaneously clarifies an important topic with within the field of Theological Interpretation, interpretive virtue, and contributes to the field of Contextual Interpretation by providing a robust biblical hermeneutic for Latina evangélica communities. By engaging both theological and contextual interpretation, Irizarry breaks new ground for both fields since little work has been done on integrating both disciplines. By having one foot planted firmly within the academy and the other within marginalized ecclesial communities, Irizarry provides much needed contributions to scholarship as well as practical wisdom for the church. I highly recommend this work! * Bo H. Lim, Seattle Pacific University * Dialoguing with scholars from both the field of theological interpretation of Scripture and the Latine community, especially evangélica scholars, Dr. Irizarry provides an avenue for a more inclusive approach to the reading and theological interpretation of the Bible, one that pays attention to social and ecclesial contexts. On the one hand, she invites the readers to develop theological interpretations of the Bible with fresh eyes, paying attention to their own social location, issues, and perspectives. On the other hand, she challenges the scholarly community to listen to and include in their theological discussions the voices of marginalized communities. The aim of this inclusive process is to enrich the theological interpretation of Scripture as well as the life of the church as a whole * Nora O. Lozano, Executive Director, Christian Latina Leadership Institute *
