This is a fascinating volume which brings together leading experts
in the field to discuss the most significant of the non-canonical
gospels. This book brings together a collection of chapter length
treatments on the most significant of the non-canonical gospels. A
particular strength of the volume is that it draws upon the
research of leading experts in the field and clearly and concisely
communicates the most hotly contested issues surrounding each text.
While a key function of each chapter is to make the current
academic debates accessible to a wider audience, these treatments
are not simply overviews or survey articles. They also present
fresh perspectives on a number of points, and critically assess the
most recent trends in scholarship. As such, they will provide an
ideal entry point for advanced undergraduate courses and taught
Masters programs.The structure of the book is divided up in an
easily useable format. There is an introduction which underscores
the significance of the non-canonical texts both for the original
readers and for contemporary audiences. This chapter by Keith
Elliott also traces important moments in the reception of a number
of these texts both in art and literature. Next follows the main
sequence of chapters dealing with individual texts. Texts such as
the Gospel of Thomas, the Gospel of Peter, and the Gospel of Mary
are treated first due to the impact they have had to varying
degrees on Historical Jesus research. Other texts are grouped in
various subgroups: the two infancy gospels follow each other, and
the more fragmentary texts are also closely linked in the
arrangement.The book presents one of the most comprehensive and
up-to-date discussions of a range of texts that continue to be of
interest to scholars and wider readers. The discussions should
clarify a number of popular misconceptions and allow for a more
informed debate. The scholars who contribute to this collection
represent an eclectic range of views and theological outlooks. No
attempt has been made to impose a prescribed perspective. Rather,
the leading experts have been consulted to produce fresh and
stimulating treatments.The book will include contributions from
Andrew Gregory (Oxford), Christopher Tuckett (Cambridge), April
DeConick (Rice), and Simon Gathercole (Aberdeen), among others.
General
Imprint: |
T. & T. Clark
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Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
September 2008 |
First published: |
November 2008 |
Editors: |
Paul Foster
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Dimensions: |
234 x 156 x 23mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
|
Pages: |
232 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-567-03301-7 |
Languages: |
English
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Subtitles: |
English
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Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
0-567-03301-5 |
Barcode: |
9780567033017 |
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