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The Book of Hiding offers a fluent and erudite analysis of the
parallels between the Bible and contemporary discussions of gender,
ethnicity and social ambiguity. Beal focuses particularly on the
traditionally marginalised book of Esther, in order to examine
closely the categories of self and other in relation to religion,
sexism, nationalism, and the ever-looming legacies and future
possibilities of annihilation. Beal applies the critical tools of
contemporary theorists, such as Cixous, Irigaray and Levinas,
challenging widely held assumptions about the moral and
life-affirming message of Scripture and even about the presence of
God in the book of Esther. The Book of Hiding draws together a
variety of different perspectives and disciplines, creating a
unique space for dialogue raising new questions and reconsidering
old assumptions, which is profoundly interesting and
well-articulated.
The Saviour of the World covers each incident and each saying in
the Bible and converts them to either a single poem, blank verse or
rhymed stanza, according to the subject. This volume, called The
Kingdom of Heaven, was originally published in 1909. This book will
be of interest to students of both religious studies and English
literature.
The Saviour of the World covers each incident and each saying in
the Bible and converts them to either a single poem, blank verse or
rhymed stanza, according to the subject. This volume, called The
Bread of Life, was originally published in 1910. This book will be
of interest to students of both religious studies and English
literature.
The Saviour of the World covers each incident and each saying in
the Bible and converts them to either a single poem, blank verse or
rhymed stanza, according to the subject. This volume, called The
Great Controversy, was originally published in 1911. This book will
be of interest to students of both religious studies and English
literature.
This volume offers the first full commentary on the Gospel of Thomas, a work which has previously been accessible only to theologians and scholars. Valantasis provides fresh translations of the Coptic and Greek text, with an illuminating commentary, examining the text line by line. He includes a general introduction outlining the debates of previous scholars and situating the Gospel in its historical and theological contexts. The Gospel of Thomas provides an insight into a previously inaccessible text and presents Thomas' gospel as an integral part of the canon of Biblical writings, which can inform us further about the literature of the Judeo-Christian tradition and early Christianity. eBook available with sample pages: 0203131479
This volume offers the first full commentary on the Gospel of Thomas, a work which has previously been accessible only to theologians and scholars. Valantasis provides fresh translations of the Coptic and Greek text, with an illuminating commentary, examining the text line by line. He includes a general introduction outlining the debates of previous scholars and situating the Gospel in its historical and theological contexts. The Gospel of Thomas provides an insight into a previously inaccessible text and presents Thomas' gospel as an integral part of the canon of Biblical writings, which can inform us further about the literature of the Judeo-Christian tradition and early Christianity.
Mark's 'biography' of Jesus is the earliest of the four gospels, and influenced them all. The distinctive feature of this biography is the quality of 'good news', which presupposes a world dominated by the forces of evil. John Painter shows how the rhetorical and dramatic shaping of the book emphasises the conflict of good and evil at many levels - between Jesus and the Jewish authorities, Jesus and the Roman authorities, and the conflict of values within the disciples themselves. These matters of content are integral to this original approach to Mark's theodicy, while the stylistic issue raises the question of Mark's intended readership. John Painter's succinct yet thorough treatment of Mark's gospel opens up not only these rhetorical issues, but the social context of the gospel, which Painter argues to be that of the Pauline mission to the nations.
Mark's "biography" of Jesus is the earliest of the four gospels, and influenced them all. The distinctive feature of this biography is the quality of "good news", which presupposes a world dominated by the forces of evil. John Painter shows how the rhetorical and dramatic shaping of the book emphasises the conflict of good and evil at many levels - between Jesus and the Jewish authorities, Jesus and the Roman authorites, and the conflict of values within the disciples themselves. These matters of content are integral to this original approach to Mark's theodicy, while the stylistic issue raises the question of Mark's intended readership. John Painter's succint yet thorough treatment of Mark's gospel opens up not only these rhetorical issues, but the social context of the gospel, which Painter argues to be that of the Pauline mission to the nations.
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Revelation
(Paperback)
Rev A J P Garrow, A.J.P. Garrow
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R1,138
Discovery Miles 11 380
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Revelation claims to tell the story of 'what must soon take place',
and yet, despite centuries of scholarly research, the order and
content of this story has remained one of the greatest mysteries of
all time.
Arguing that Revelation was designed to be heard in six separate
instalments, A.J.P. Garrow's innovative book suggests a new and
orderly understanding of the structure of the story. This
development makes possible a new and coherent interpretation of
'what must soon take place'.
According to this study, John discerned a close connection between
the present and the End. For today's readers, as for the members of
the seven churches, this insight has profound implications for the
way in which world events, weekly worship and everyday choices are
perceived.
The Saviour of the World covers each incident and each saying in
the Bible and converts them to either a single poem, blank verse or
rhymed stanza, according to the subject. This volume, called The
Holy Infancy, was originally published in 1908. This book will be
of interest to students of both religious studies and English
literature.
Introduces the life and significance of Abraham in a way that will
enlighten both complete beginners and people who thought they knew
all they needed to know about him
If the book of Isaiah doesn't make your head hurt then you are not
reading it properly. It was designed to stretch your mind and blow
your senses with the greatness of God. Isaiah's vision of God
changed everything for him and it will do the same for us. It shows
us that God is far bigger than we thought. God inspired the Bible
for a reason. He wants you read it and let it change your life. If
you are willing to take this challenge seriously, then you will
love Phil Moore's devotional commentaries. Their bite-sized
chapters are punchy and relevant, yet crammed with fascinating
scholarship. Welcome to a new way of reading the Bible. Welcome to
the Straight to the Heart series.
Biblical Limits is a new series which brings to the traditional
field of Biblical Studies literary criticism, anthropology and
gender-based approaches, thus reaching new ways of understanding
Biblical texts.
Jesus Framed is a collection of essays on reading the gospel of
Mark. It uses literary theory, most notably the writings of Roland
Barthes, to examine some of the difficulties in the text of Mark. A
series of close readings of the gospel of Mark is compared to
similar texts, both biblical and otherwise. Drawing on Mark's
famous phrase that to those who are outside all comes through
parables (Mark 4:11-12), Jesus Framed explores the boundaries
between insiders and outsiders, those who can and those who cannot
find a meaning in the text.
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John's Gospel
(Hardcover)
Revd Mark W. G. Stibbe, Mark W.G. Stibbe
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R3,907
Discovery Miles 39 070
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"John's Gospel" is an innovative study of the fourth gospel. It
shows how the current pluralism of literary methodologies can be
used to illuminate Biblical texts. Mark W. G. Stibbe, a leading
authority on St. John, uses the methods of structuralism,
deconstructionism and narrative criticism in his interpretation.
Stibbe examines the character of Jesus using reader response
criticism then analyzes the plot using structuralist literary
criticism and the genre using archetypal criticism. He discusses
the structure of the gospel using the methodology of
deconstructionism. He also interprets the polemic against the Jews
by drawing on the ethics of reception. The book contains a detailed
introduction which puts readers in touch with recent research and a
conclusion which points forward to future areas of development. A
comprehensive bibliography is also included. "John's Gospel" is an
invaluable work for all those interested in the Bible as
literature.
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John's Gospel
(Paperback)
Revd Mark W. G. Stibbe, Mark W.G. Stibbe
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R1,227
Discovery Miles 12 270
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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"John's Gospel" is an innovative study of the fourth gospel. It
shows how the current pluralism of literary methodologies can be
used to illuminate Biblical texts. Mark W. G. Stibbe, a leading
authority on St. John, uses the methods of structuralism,
deconstructionism and narrative criticism in his interpretation.
Stibbe examines the character of Jesus using reader response
criticism then analyzes the plot using structuralist literary
criticism and the genre using archetypal criticism. He discusses
the structure of the gospel using the methodology of
deconstructionism. He also interprets the polemic against the Jews
by drawing on the ethics of reception. The book contains a detailed
introduction which puts readers in touch with recent research and a
conclusion which points forward to future areas of development. A
comprehensive bibliography is also included. "John's Gospel" is an
invaluable work for all those interested in the Bible as
literature.
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Ephesians
(Paperback)
Martin Kitchen, Canon Martin Kitchen
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R1,139
Discovery Miles 11 390
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This study approaches the Epistle of the Ephesians in a radically
different way from traditional commentaries. Rather than analyzing
each individual verse, Martin Kitchen examines the complete text
within the framework of contemporary Biblical criticism. He
acknowledges the debt which Biblical studies owes to historical
method, while also recognizing the need to view the epistle against
the background of recent literary approaches to New Testament
texts.
The book shows why most commentators now think that Ephesians was
not the work of Paul himself and suggests a context in which the
epistle might have been written. Covering recent developments in
New Testament theology, "Ephesians" discusses the early history of
the church and the hermeneutical questions concerning the
significance of religious texts which date from a past age.
In this lucid expose the second letter to the Thessalonians is approached from a historical perspective. The letter is read as part of a process of communication between its sender and the original addressees, making it accessible to the modern reader. 2 Thessalonians includes a translation of the short Greek text; an historical examination of the letter's genre, authorship and religious milieu; an introduction to apocalyptic eschatology and an extensive commentary on the letter. Maarten Menken's book will appeal to theologians, ministers of religion, students of theology and all those interested in biblical studies.
Prayers for mid-morning, midday, and midafternoon.
The Lucado Life Lessons Series continues to be one of the
best-selling study guide series on the market today. These
brand-new releases will join the ranks of the previously released
and repackaged study guides, offering readers a complete selection
of New Testament Bible studies by best-selling inspirational author
Max Lucado. For small group or individual use, intriguing
questions, inspirational stories, and poignant reflections take the
participant deeper into God's Word.
The Lucado Life Lessons series continues to be one of the
best-selling study guide series on the market today. These
brand-new releases will join the ranks of the previously released
and repackaged study guides, offering readers a complete selection
of New Testament Bible studies by best-selling inspirational author
Max Lucado. For small group or individual use, intriguing
questions, inspirational stories, and poignant reflections take the
participant deeper into God's Word.
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