Discovering the New Testament

An Introduction to Its Background, Theology, and Themes (Volume I: The Gospels and Acts)

Mark J. Keown

• Verlag: Lexham Press
• Jahr: 2018
• ISBN:
  9781683592334
• Thema: Theologie & Religion
• Thema: Biblische Studien

Discovering the New Testament is a new and comprehensive introduction to the New Testament in three volumes, reflecting current research and scholarship in New Testament studies. Each volume provides a thorough discussion of background issues as well as treating theological themes and practical application.The first volume on the Gospels and Acts covers Jewish and Greco--Roman backgrounds, critical methodologies, the synoptic problem, and surveys each of the four gospels and Acts. It concludes with three chapters that explore the key theme of the kingdom of God, including
its Old Testament background, the place of miracles, and an examination of Jesus' parables. Ideal for college or seminary students, the volumes provide numerous maps and charts, as well as discussion questions for each chapter and a focus on real--life relevance and application. Forthcoming volumes will focus on Paul (Vol. 2) and the general epistles and Revelation (Vol. 3).

Inhaltsverzeichnis

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Contents
• Illustrations
• Preface
• Abbreviations
• Chapter 1: General Introduction
• Chapter 2: The Jewish Context of the New Testament
• Chapter 3: The Greco-Roman Context of the New Testament
• Chapter 4: Understanding Critical Methodologies
• Chapter 5: The Synoptic Gospels
• Chapter 6: Mark’s Gospel
• Chapter 7: Matthew’s Gospel
• Chapter 8: Luke’s Gospel
• Chapter 9: John’s Gospel
• Chapter 10: The Acts of the Apostles
• Chapter 11: The Kingdom of God
• Chapter 12: The Power of the Kingdom
• Chapter 13: The Teaching of the Kingdom: Parables
• Bibliography
• Subject Index
• Author Index
• Ancient Texts Index