Dylan Redeemed: From Highway 61 to Saved

I am a theologian, and a competent writer, so it is a pleasure to tip my hat to my better, Dr. Webb of Wabash College. He is one of the leading writerly theologians of his generation, having been born in 1961. I really enjoyed his book on a trinitarian theology of excess, The Gifting God, and have used it in my own work. I have not read all of this present work, but so far I agree with most of the conclusions he has advanced. For one thing, he is concerned to rescue Bob Dylan from the clutches of political liberalism, which is a very wise move. Bob Dylan was never comfortable with being called "the voice of a generation" or even a "protest singer." In his own words, Dylan describes himself as a "musical expeditionary." Dr. Webb understands that, and is helping us to see this period of Bob Dylan's prolific output in a more accurate light. Bravo, Dr. Webb!!

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this is a great, great book. every dylan fan should read it, especially people interested in the born-again bob. webb displays an uncanny understanding of dylan's true essence as a seeker and prophet. i have read many dylan books and this was one of the very best. it was easy to read and very spiritually heartening. the in-depth and well-researched analysis of bob's true message will astound you. anyone who has struggled with the gospel bob will be enlightened. in 1979 i immediately opened my heart to bob's spirituality because i needed to hear good news and in my heart i knew that bob understood important things and had a line on truth. bob helped me find a faith that continually strengthens me.if you love bob you will love this book. god bless you stephen. a million thanx. i can't wait to read your other books.

Who knew?! A National Treasure, is Mr. Dylan.

Bob Dylan has had a profound influence on the shape of modern pop music (folk, rock, blues) and as a modern literary figure. He has also attracted enormous attention from both professional and amateur "interpreters." In this book, the author offers a thorough study of Dylan's reading of scriptures. He explores the ways in which Dylan transforms biblical images and concepts when he incorporates them into his literary world; it is an attempt to listen to the echoes of scripture in his published works. The author closely reads Dylan's poems and songs and provides commentaries on several themes found in Dylan's work: the Sermon on the Mount and Jesus; apocalypse, justice and judgment; oppressive religion, and religious irony. Through these readings, the author calls attention to the various ways Dylan uses scripture both in an explicit and an implicit manner.