"This work addresses the question of why the New Testament is considered a sacred text by Christians. While sharing some characteristics of an Introduction to the New Testament, this work has a very different purpose.
"This new translation renders the New Testament text into modern English and is sensitive to LDS beliefs and practices. This translation is readable and accessible for a wider range of readers than the King James Version.
This introductory text familiarizes readers with the contents and major themes of the New Testament and acquaints them with the goals and methods of important Biblical scholarship.
The New Testament: A Student's Introduction
In this concise, engaging book, noted New Testament scholar Luke Timothy Johnson takes readers on a journey back to the time of the early Roman Empire, when the New Testament was written in ordinary Greek (koine) by the first Christians.
Gerd Theissen describes the emergence of the New Testament canon out of the wide variety of early Christian literature, drawing on Max Weber's discussion of the evolution of religious organizations.
Aimed at the non-specialist reader, this edition covers the Johannine literature?
Through twelve chronologically organized chapters, this book examines Paul's mission to the Gentiles, unity and conflict in Paul's communities, the four Gospel narratives, the Revelation to John, Hebrews, 1 Peter, the New Testament canon, ...
The New Testament: A Contemporary Introduction
The Third Edition of this respected text represents a major rewrite. The authors have given thorough attention to the details of inclusive language, while covering social-historical and literary-historical factors. Coverage...
... tēs doxēs tou theou and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God . οὐ μόνον δέ , ἀλλὰ καὶ καυχώμεθα ἐν ταῖς θλίψεσιν ... hē de hypomonē dokimen , he de dokimē elpida and stedfastness , approvedness ; and approvedness , hope : ἡ δὲ ἐλπὶς οὐ ...
From the Gospel of Matthew to the book of Revelation, the Majority English Bible translation makes The New Testament simple, clear, and comprehensible.
Some later translations relying on better materials have improved the accuracy of the text, but rarely the rhythm and force of the style.
This edition is one option for people who want to read a book without any concerns about batteries going dead or devices glitching. The main text is in large 14-point type for ease of reading.
The New Testament is an accesible review of the literary and historical problems of the books of the New Testament, and a brief study of their theological content.
Based on Nestle-Aland Greek, 26th Ed. text Literal yet readable Extensive footnotes Study notes Charts Maps Outline at beginning of each book Cross-references Semi-overlapping Cover Gold Edging 7 1/4 x 10 % Font size: 11
Because the John Wesley New Testament is only available elsewhere in OCR formats filled with mistakes and jumbled text, this version remains the most reliable available today.PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS A TRANSLATION OF THE NEW TESTAMENT, IT DOES ...
Broaching difficult questions about the differing accounts of Jesus’ life that the New Testament has left us, this is an invaluable starting point for anyone looking to understand the roots of Christianity.
From the Gospels through the book of Revelation, young people will learn about key events and significant people in the early days of God's kingdom.