In this commentary, Duane F. Watson provides a careful
verse-by-verse interpretation of the Letters of John that
foregrounds the author's rhetorical strategy. He emphasizes the
means that John uses to persuade the churches he addresses to
continue affirming the Johannine tradition and to resist
secessionists who corrupt it. While illuminating the sophistication
of the author's rhetorical approach, Watson also explores
traditional exegetical questions, demonstrating how many issues of
interpretation are clarified or resolved by rhetorical analysis. He
also sheds new light on the relationship between the author, his
audience, and opposition in their original context. This commentary
features 'closer look' sections giving more detail on related
subjects and 'bridging the horizons' sections that suggest how
these epistles address our world. The commentary is aimed at the
educated laity, clergy, college and graduate students, and scholars
interested in the Letters of John, the history of the churches
addressed, and the social formation and location of these early
Christians.
General
Imprint: |
Cambridge UniversityPress
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Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Series: |
New Cambridge Bible Commentary |
Release date: |
October 2023 |
Authors: |
Duane F. Watson
|
Pages: |
200 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-521-89105-9 |
Categories: |
Books
Promotions
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LSN: |
0-521-89105-1 |
Barcode: |
9780521891059 |
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