Gospels and Jesus / Edition 2

by Graham N. Stanton

Overview

Jesus of Nazareth and the four New Testament gospels continue to fascinate people from many cultural and religious backgrounds. Here, Stanton assesses the reliability of the evangelist's portraits of Jesus, and explores his teaching, intentions, and the reasons for his downfall. A leading specialist on the gospels, Stanton sheds new light on the topic.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780199246168
Publisher:	Oxford University Press, USA
Publication date:	07/28/2013
Series:	Oxford Bible Series
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	338
Product dimensions:	9.10(w) x 6.10(h) x 0.80(d)

Table of Contents

Part I
1. From the Gospels to Jesus
2. What is a gospel?
3. Mark's gospel: The way of Jesus
4. Matthew's gospel: The way of righteousness
5. Luke's gospel: God's way triumphs
6. John's gospel: 'I am the way'
7. Why four gospels?
8. Part II: Jesus in Gospel tradition What do we know about Jesus of Nazareth?
9. Assessing the evidence
10. John the Baptist
11. Prophet and teacher
12. The Kingdom of God
13. Parables and aphorisms
14. Miracles and exorcisms
15. Messiah, Son of God, Son of Man
16. Conflict
17. The last days
18. Who was Jesus of Nazareth?
Bibliography
Index of passages cited
General index

Editorial Reviews

"A useful review....Alertly sifting the wide range of scholarly opinion and making place for informed and confident use of the Gospels."—Russ Spittler, Fuller Seminary

"Excellent scholarship yet communicated in such a way that the non-specialist can benefit."—William F. Cook, Florida Baptist Theological College

"An informative and readable manual for those seeking an up-to-date introduction to Gospel studies."—Justin A. Pierce, Silver Lake College

"Very well done. Gives the reader a sampling of rivel interpretations while introducing him or her to the basic problems and principles of New Testament study. Well organized and clearly written."—John C. Moore, Hofstra University

"Readable and comprehensive in scope."—Clayton N. Jefford, St. Meinrad School of Theology

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