A three-dimensional Jesus: an introduction to the synoptic Gospels
A Three-Dimensional Jesus is a concise, approachable study of the first three Gospels of the New Testament viewed from various angles--historical, sociological, literary, theological--with attention paid to their later interpretation. In as much, Black provides readers an understanding of and apprec...
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| Language: | English |
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Westminster John Knox Press
2023
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| In: | Year: 2023 |
| Reviews: | [Rezension von: Black, C. Clifton, 1955-, A three-dimensional Jesus : an introduction to the synoptic Gospels] (2024) (Maloney, Linda M., 1939 -)
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| Summary: | A Three-Dimensional Jesus is a concise, approachable study of the first three Gospels of the New Testament viewed from various angles--historical, sociological, literary, theological--with attention paid to their later interpretation. In as much, Black provides readers an understanding of and appreciation for the study of the Gospels, while inviting and guiding readers to learn even more. Intro -- Praise -- Half Title -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- List of Figures: Photographs, Illustrations, Tables -- Permissions for Use -- Preface -- Abbreviations -- The Quotable Synoptics -- 1. The Gospels: A Curtain-Raiser -- What Does the Term "Gospel" Mean? -- Who Wrote the Gospels Found in the New Testament? -- Where Did the Gospels Originate? -- On What Traditions Did the Evangelists Rely in Compiling Their Gospels? -- Why Were the Gospels Written? -- What Kind of Literature Is a Gospel? -- How Are the Synoptic Gospels Interrelated? -- Possible Solutions of the Synoptic Problem -- What about the Gospel according to John? -- What about Other Ancient Gospels Not in the New Testament? -- A Sense of Place -- The Cast of Characters -- The Historical Jesus: A Conversation with Dale Allison Jr. -- "Who Are Those Guys?" -- John the Baptist -- The Audience -- Just Folks -- Conclusion -- The Conversation Continues -- Humbled by Our Predecessors: A Conversation with John L. Thompson -- 2. Jesus according to Mark: A Veiled Unveiling -- What to Look for in Mark -- A Parabolic Kingdom -- The Kingdom of God -- Would You Believe It? (Part I: The Parables) -- From the Classroom: A True Story -- A Parabolic Messiah -- The Son of Man -- Parabolic Healings -- A Parabolic Death -- The Scriptural Soundtrack -- The Irony of It All -- Abandonment -- Mark the Molder: A Conversation with Elizabeth Shively -- A Parabolic Finish -- The Conversation Continues -- Proclaiming the Synoptics Faithfully: A Conversation with William Willimon -- 3. Jesus according to Matthew: Torah Incarnate -- What to Look for in Matthew -- Beginnings: A Family Tree, a Most Uncommon Birth -- A Horde of Herods -- The Heart of Matthew: Jesus' Sermon on the Mount -- The Disciples in Matthew: Sinking Yet Upright. |
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| ISBN: | 1646983483 |