The Challenge of Jesus' Parables (McMaster New Testament Series)
Edition: 1st Ed edition
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company; W.B. Eerdmans Pub. Co.
Published: March 1, 2000
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 324
ISBN-13: 9780802846389
Subjects: Books of the New Testament; Christian theology; Sikhism; New Testament Commentary; Religion - Biblical Studies; Religion; Biblical Studies - New Testament; Jesus Christ; Parables; Bible - Study - New Testament
Description: "The Parables recorded in the Gospels are central to an understanding of Jesus and his ministry, and their teachings form, in large part, the heart of the Christian gospel. Though commonly assumed to be simple, easily understood stories, the parables actually present a number of complex challenges to modern readers hoping to fully grasp their meaning. In this book thirteen first-rate New Testament scholars clear the way to the proper meaning and application of the parables by presenting Jesus' teachings in their original context. Providing a more responsible treatment of the parables than they usually receive in scholarly writings or the popular press, this volume will challenge anew those seeking to live more genuine lives as followers of Jesus."--BOOK JACKET.