The Puzzle of the Gospels
The Puzzle of the Gospels

Author: Peter Vardy

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-02-24

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1317455002

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First Published in 2015. The gospels tell a story. There are many types of story ranging from fiction through biographies to attempts at historical accounts. Even so-called 'true' stories will be affected by the perception of the writer. It is impossible to present any book without taking the viewpoint of the author into account - which is one reason why this book will be devoting considerable time to understanding the purpose and intention of the individual gospel writers. Matthew, Mark, Luke and John present different accounts of the life and death of Jesus of Nazareth, as one might expect from four people who, although they use some common material, nevertheless present this material in distinctive ways. This book will be concerned with helping you, the reader, to understand the gospel stories and how they came to be written; to bring to light the implicit references that were being made of which modern readers may be unaware; and also to consider the issue of the truth of the stories.

The Puzzle of the Gospels
The Puzzle of the Gospels

Author: Peter Vardy

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-02-24

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 1317454995

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First Published in 2015. The gospels tell a story. There are many types of story ranging from fiction through biographies to attempts at historical accounts. Even so-called 'true' stories will be affected by the perception of the writer. It is impossible to present any book without taking the viewpoint of the author into account - which is one reason why this book will be devoting considerable time to understanding the purpose and intention of the individual gospel writers. Matthew, Mark, Luke and John present different accounts of the life and death of Jesus of Nazareth, as one might expect from four people who, although they use some common material, nevertheless present this material in distinctive ways. This book will be concerned with helping you, the reader, to understand the gospel stories and how they came to be written; to bring to light the implicit references that were being made of which modern readers may be unaware; and also to consider the issue of the truth of the stories.

Discovering the Bible
Discovering the Bible

Author: Alex Varughese

Publisher: Beacon Hill Press

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 464

ISBN-13: 9780834122475

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Discovering the Bible has everything you’re looking for in a survey of the Bible. It examines the Bible’s amazing message and story of faith in a way that will captivate readers and impel them to learn more. Thorough, sound biblical scholarship combined with an eye-catching format and easy-to-understand writing style make this textbook a must-have for every Christian’s library.In Discovering the Bible, you’ll find:Objectives defined for each lessonPersonal questions to help you relate the Bible to your lifeSidebars to explain theological pointsKeywords identified and defined on each pageStudy questions for review of the materialSummary statements at the end of each chapterListing of resources for further study at the end of each chapterColorful pages and images that make it attractive to readShort, well-organized chapters

Abraham's Silence
Abraham's Silence

Author: J. Richard Middleton

Publisher: Baker Academic

Published: 2021-11-16

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1493430882

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It is traditional to think we should praise Abraham for his willingness to sacrifice his son as proof of his love for God. But have we misread the point of the story? Is it possible that a careful reading of Genesis 22 could reveal that God was not pleased with Abraham's silent obedience? Widely respected biblical theologian, creative thinker, and public speaker J. Richard Middleton suggests we have misread and misapplied the story of the binding of Isaac and shows that God desires something other than silent obedience in difficult times. Middleton focuses on the ethical and theological problem of Abraham's silence and explores the rich biblical tradition of vigorous prayer, including the lament psalms, as a resource for faith. Middleton also examines the book of Job in terms of God validating Job's lament as "right speech," showing how the vocal Job provides an alternative to the silent Abraham. This book provides a fresh interpretation of Genesis 22 and reinforces the church's resurgent interest in lament as an appropriate response to God.

Secret Gospels
Secret Gospels

Author: Marvin Meyer

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2003-02-01

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 056754401X

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Marvin Meyer is one of the leading experts on the secret gospels-Gospel of Thomas, Secret Gospel of Mark, and others-who has changed forever how we read the canonical gospels and understand early Christianity. In this new collection of his work, Meyer looks at these revolutionary texts in original and illuminating ways. He writes, for example, about the naked youths in the villa of the Mysteries. On the walls of a villa in Pompeii, a famous mural depicts a naked male reading from a scroll, a look of wonder on his face. A naked youth again appears in the Gospel of Mark, abandoning his garment and fleeing naked when apprehended during Jesus' arrest. A similar youth appears in the Secret Gospel of Mark. These youths, Meyer proposes, serve as an image of religious initiation, candidates for the mysteries of Dionysus or of Christ. This is one of the many aspects of the secret gospels that Meyer examines with expert insight and creativity. Topics range from gender and infancy stories to discipleship and the relationship of the Gospel of Thomas to Islamic literature. Meyer's spellbinding readings of these materials offer fresh understandings of the canonical gospels. Marvin Meyer is Griset Professor of Bible and Christian Studies, and Director of the Albert Schweitzer Institute at Chapman University, Orange, California. He is author of The Secret Teachings of Jesus: Four Gnostic Gospels and The Gospel of Thomas: The Hidden Sayings of Jesus, and co-editor of Jesus Then and Now (Trinity Press International).

Solving the Synoptic Puzzle
Solving the Synoptic Puzzle

Author: Eric Eve

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2021-10-04

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 1725283867

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The question of how the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke relate to each other has become the subject of often intense debate. No longer is it safe to assume that the long dominant Two Document Hypothesis can be accepted without much question. In this book, Eve introduces students and other interested readers to the issues surrounding the Synoptic Problem and goes on to argue for an alternative theory (the Farrer Hypothesis) which does away with the need for the hypothetic source Q. In the course of doing so he also provides a helpful discussion of the how and why of first-century Gospel authorship. While the reader is alerted to the difficulties and complexities that surround solving the puzzle of Synoptic relations, the discussion is kept as accessible as possible and assumes no prior knowledge of New Testament scholarship or Greek.

The King of God's Kingdom
The King of God's Kingdom

Author: David Peter Seccombe

Publisher: Paternoster

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781842270752

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This book addresses the problems raised by biblical scholarship concerning Jesus and his mission. Much of Jesus' ministry remains a mystery; many of the things he said and did do not fit neatly into traditional Christian interpretation. He spoke of the coming of the kingdom of God but what become of this new age which was meant to be tangible and near? The King of God's Kingdom in part is an attempt to uncover and understand Jesus and His vision. At the same time, Seccombe inspires confidence in the historical Jesus, overcoming much of the confusion that has been created in the last two hundred years. With conviction of the urgency of these issues for the Christian faith today, he presents a solution to the puzzle in the form of an account of Jesus' ministry years.

Bible Power Puzzles
Bible Power Puzzles

Author: Diego Jourdan Pereira

Publisher: Good Books

Published: 2020-09-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781680996104

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2021 Illumination Award Bronze Medal Winner Hundreds of crosswords, word searches, sudokus, matching puzzles, and quote identification games to test your knowledge of scripture, Bible stories, and Bible characters With 500 puzzles, Bible Power Puzzles is sure to sharpen your memory and knowledge of both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. Thanks to bold, large print, Christians young and old can complete these fun puzzles and activities based on everything from Jesus’s parables to Old Testament laws to the Twelve Apostles. This enormous workbook will keep you busy for hours whether you need to occupy your downtime, relax in the evening, or entertain yourself and your family on a long car ride. This book is filled with plenty of different types of puzzles, logic activities, and brain teasers to choose from, including: Crosswords Word searches Trivia Scripture sudoku Matching games And more! Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, this Bible-themed puzzle book will have something for you. Impress your pastor, priest, or Bible study group with the knowledge you gained from Bible Power Puzzles!​