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In order to interpret historical writings, the reader must not employ their modern understanding of the world, but must strive to grasp the mindset of the original audience. To assist the twentiethcentury New Testament reader in understanding the literal meaning of the New Testament is the goal of this collection of essays. The Social World of Jesus and the Gospels provides the reader with a set of possible scenarios for reading the New Testament: How did firstcentury persons think about themselves and others? Did they think Jesus was a charismatic leader? Why did they call God 'father'? Were they concerned with their gender roles?The eight essays in this collection were previously published in books and journals generally not available to many readers. Carefully selected and edited, this collection will be both an introduction and an invaluable source of reference to Bruce Malina's thought.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Social World of Jesus and the Gospels'? A: The book focuses on interpreting the New Testament by understanding the mindset of the original audience from the first century, exploring how they viewed themselves, their society, and their perceptions of Jesus.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Social World of Jesus and the Gospels' is Bruce J. Malina, a well-known scholar in biblical studies.
- Q: What type of essays are included in the book? A: The book contains eight essays that were previously published in various academic books and journals, focusing on social and cultural contexts of the New Testament.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 18, 1996.
- Q: Is 'The Social World of Jesus and the Gospels' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book serves as both an introduction to the social context of the New Testament and a reference for more advanced readers.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in the essays? A: Key themes include the self-perception of first-century individuals, their views on Jesus as a charismatic leader, their understanding of God as 'father', and their concerns regarding gender roles.
- Q: Can this book be useful for academic studies? A: Yes, it provides valuable insights and references that can enhance academic studies in theology and biblical history.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.