Gypsies and Jesus: A Traveller Theology

Gypsies, Roma, and Travellers have been persecuted, misrepresented, enslaved, and murdered for over five hundred years. Steven Hornes' Gypsies and Jesus: A Traveller Theology reclaims a past and a future for Gypsies and Travellers by identifying and threading cultural strands into a coherent message that speaks of collective piety and cultural purity. Testimonies from members of the GRT community develop this message further, supported with a biblical exegesis.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2022
Publisher: Darton, Longman & Todd Ltd

For over five hundred years, Gypsies, Roma, and Travellers have faced relentless persecution, misrepresentation, enslavement, and even murder in the lands they inhabit. Despite the profound ignorance surrounding the absolute centrality of religious conviction at the heart of GRT communities, Steven Hornes' Gypsies and Jesus: A Traveller Theology sheds light on the grace-filled, intimate, and unheard core of GRT religiosity. This field of study, long dominated by non-GRT voices, is now reclaimed by Dr. Horne in his attempt to rewrite history and secure a future for Gypsies and Travellers.

Gypsies and Jesus: A Traveller Theology identifies and weaves cultural threads (beliefs, customs, narratives, histories, and rituals) from Gypsy and Traveller culture into a coherent message that exudes collective piety and cultural purity. Testimonies from members of the GRT community further develop this message, providing a rich tapestry of experiences and insights.

To support this narrative, a biblical exegesis is employed, offering a scholarly and enlightening exploration of the Scriptures. This book is not merely an academic exercise; it is an exciting, revelatory, and at times sobering journey that empowers Gypsies to take ownership of their Gypsy-Christian identity. It challenges preconceived notions and sheds light on the rich tapestry of GRT culture, spirituality, and tradition.

By delving into the depths of religious conviction and cultural heritage, Gypsies and Jesus: A Traveller Theology offers a fresh perspective on the experiences of these marginalized communities. It serves as a call to action, urging readers to recognize the importance of diversity, inclusivity, and compassion in our society. It is a testament to the resilience and strength of the GRT community, and a reminder that their voices and stories deserve to be heard and celebrated.

Weight: 528g
Dimension: 166 x 243 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913657949