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Option for the Poor - an Introduction

By: Education for Justice

This introductory piece is in popular language and discusses the option for the poor and liberation theology as related to poverty in the U.S.

Abstract:This two-page introductory piece provides a brief Biblical overview to the Option for the Poor. It provides a good foundational piece:

  • It looks at the roots of the Option for the Poor in the actions of God in the Hebrew Scriptures and the call of the prophets.
  • It highlights the teaching of Jesus as God's justice in the flesh.
  • It briefly highlights the role of Liberation theology
  • It includes quotes and discussion questions.