All of Christ, for All of Life Plowing in Hope / David Bruce Hegeman
Jun 5, 2025
David Bruce Hegeman, an insightful author known for 'Plowing in Hope', delves into the intricate relationship between culture and faith. He draws a vivid contrast between the polluted industrial valley of Cubatau and the serene Byodoin Temple, illustrating humanity's dual impact on the environment. Hegeman discusses the divine intention behind human artifacts, advocating for a Christian aesthetic rooted in biblical truths. He also emphasizes the importance of redemption in understanding culture, affirming the unique identity of humanity as bearers of God's image.
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Culture as Externalized Religion
- Culture is a secondary environment created by humankind's deliberate acts upon nature.
- Artifacts necessarily reveal the worldview and religious commitments of their makers.
Biblical Terms Related to Culture
- The Bible does not contain a direct equivalent to the English word culture but closely related concepts like custom (ethos).
- Ethos describes human practices with a moral dimension, focusing on norms rather than material cultural products.
Work and Culture in Hebrew
- Hebrew word 'abad' covers meanings like work, till, serve, and worship, relating closely to culture.
- This links the biblical concepts of work and culture, highlighting mankind's cultural mandate from Genesis 2:15.
