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Baker Publishing Group In the Name of Jesus Exorcism among Early
Book SynopsisThis volume offers a comprehensive examination of both historical and theological aspects of exorcism in Christianity's first two centuries.Table of ContentsPart 1: Jesus and the Problem of Exorcism1. The Problem of Exorcism 2. Jesus and Other ExorcistsPart 2: The First Century3. Paul 4. Q 5. Mark 6. Luke-Acts 7. Matthew 8. 1 Peter, Hebrews, and James 9. Johannine ChristianityPart 3: The Second Century10. Fathers, Apologists, and the Early Second Century 11. Mark's Longer Ending and the Later Second Century 12. Critics of ChristianityPart 4: Exorcism among Early Christians13. Conclusions and Contemporary Coda
£29.69
Baker Publishing Group New Testament History A Narrative Account
Book SynopsisAn engaging and accessible look into the world that gave birth to the Christian faith.
£27.99
Baker Publishing Group Narrative Criticism of the New Testament
Book SynopsisIntroduces key aspects of narrative interpretation to offer a richly rewarding approach to reading the Bible.
£25.98
Baker Publishing Group The Literary Structure of the Old Testament A
Book SynopsisUnderstanding of the structure of the Old Testament sheds light on its meaning. No one should embark upon the study of an Old Testament text without consulting this indispensable guide.
£31.34
Baker Publishing Group Holiness to the Lord A Guide to the Exposition
Book SynopsisAt first glance, the Book of Leviticus seems like barren material for lively preaching. Most expositors merely skim the surface for messages on tithing or sabbath-keeping. Yet Leviticus is one of the most important books of the Old Testament; it not only describes the complete religious system of ancient Israel, it also lays the theological foundation for the Christian gospel.In Holiness to the Lord, Allen P. Ross enables preachers and teachers to mine the riches of Leviticus and deliver them to a contemporary audience. Following the same practical method he used in the acclaimed Creation and Blessing, Ross first carefully sites Leviticus within its context in the ancient world. Then he traces the development of God''s plan of salvation-how Leviticus'' laws, rituals, symbols, and events prepared for the complete revelation in Jesus Christ. Finally, unlike traditional commentaries, Ross offers helpful ideas for correlating Leviticus to New Testament teachings (particularly Rom
£28.79
Baker Publishing Group Reading the Sermon on the Mount Character
Book SynopsisA concise introduction to and commentary on the Sermon on the Mount that pays particular attention to its role in character formation and ethical decision making.
£22.28
Baker Publishing Group Reading Scripture with the Church Toward a
Book SynopsisIn Reading Scripture with the Church, four leading biblical scholars set forth constructive theological approaches to biblical interpretation.
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Baker Publishing Group A Handbook of New Testament Exegesis
Book SynopsisThis accessible handbook provides sound guidance on how to study the New Testament in depth, offering a step-by-step approach to the exegetical task.Table of ContentsIntroduction1. Textual Criticism2. Translation and Translations3. Historical-Cultural Context4. Literary Context5. Word Studies 6. Grammar7. Interpretive Problems 8. Outlining 9. Theology10. Application Summary
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Baker Publishing Group First and Second Thessalonians
Book SynopsisThough often neglected among readers of Paul''s letters, his two surviving letters to the church in Thessalonica are highly valuable sources for reconstructing the theology of Paul and the history of the earliest Christian churches. First and Second Thessalonians also stand out for their intensely personal nature and provide a rare glimpse into Paul''s methods of pastoral care. This practical commentary interacts with the best scholarship on the Thessalonian letters while offering fresh new insights.
£19.79
Baker Publishing Group Second Corinthians
Book SynopsisA senior New Testament scholar exposes theological meaning in Second Corinthians by tracing the use of rhetorical strategies from the ancient cultural and educational context.Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction2 Corinthians 1:1-2--The Letter Opening2 Corinthians 1:3-2:13--Part 1: Ministerial Crises2 Corinthians 1:3-11--A Prayer of Praise and the Asian Experience2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4--Paul's Defense of His Integrity2 Corinthians 2:5-11--A Disciplinary Matter2 Corinthians 2:12-13--Frustration in Troas2 Corinthians 2:14-7:4--Part 2: Paul Explains and Defends His Apostolic Ministry2 Corinthians 2:14-3:6--Anxiety and Confidence2 Corinthians 3:7-4:6--A Glorious Ministry2 Corinthians 4:7-5:10--The Present and the Future2 Corinthians 5:11-6:10--A Ministry of Reconciliation2 Corinthians 6:11-7:4--A Plea for Personal Reconciliation2 Corinthians 7:5-16--Part 3: The Arrival and Report of Titus2 Corinthians 8:1-9:15--Part 4: Service to God's Holy People2 Corinthians 8:1-24--The Collection2 Corinthians 9:1-15--A Further Appeal2 Corinthians 10:1-13:10--Part 5: An Aggressive Taskmaster2 Corinthians 10:1-18--Paul's Missionary Task2 Corinthians 11:1-15--On the Attack2 Corinthians 11:1-12:13--Boasting Like a Fool2 Corinthians 12:14-13:10--Paul's Third Visit to Corinth2 Corinthians 13:11-13--The Letter ClosingIndexes
£999.99
Baker Publishing Group Acts
Book SynopsisA leading biblical scholar offers grounding in the interpretation of Acts that draws heavily on ancient backgrounds and attends to the theological nature of the texts.
£26.99
Baker Publishing Group Romans
Book SynopsisThis readable commentary exposes theological meaning in Romans by tracing its use of rhetorical strategies from the ancient cultural and educational context.Table of ContentsIntroductionRomans 1:1-17 The Letter OpeningRomans 1:18-3:20 Part 1: Gentiles and Jews in the Light of God's WrathIntroductionRomans 1:18-32 Gentile Failure to Acknowledge GodRomans 2:1-16 God's Impartial Judgment of Gentiles and JewsRomans 2:17-29 Jewish Failure to Observe the LawRomans 3:1-20 Gentiles and Jews under the Power of SinRomans 3:21-4:25 Part 2: Gentiles and Jews in the Light of God's Righteousness IntroductionRomans 3:21-31 A Righteousness Accessible to All through FaithRomans 4:1-25 Abraham, the Father of All Who BelieveRomans 5:1-8:39 Part 3: The Experience of Salvation in the Light of God's RighteousnessIntroductionRomans 5:1-21 Transferred from the Realm of Sin to the Realm of GraceRomans 6:1-23 No Longer Slaves of Sin and DeathRomans 7:1-25 Released from a Law Frustrated by SinRomans 8:1-39 Life and Hope in the Realm of the SpiritRomans 9:1-11:36 Part 4: God's Righteousness and the Destiny of IsraelIntroductionRomans 9:1-29 The Mystery of Divine ElectionRomans 9:30-10:21 The Reason for Israel's FailureRomans 11:1-36 God's Irrevocable CallRomans 12:1-15:13 Part 5: God's Righteousness and the Moral Life of the JustifiedIntroductionRomans 12:1-13:14 Love and Obedience in the New AgeRomans 14:1-15:13 Welcoming One Another according to the Example of ChristRomans 15:14-16:27 The Letter Closing
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Baker Publishing Group The Revelation of John A Narrative Commentary
Book SynopsisShows how to discern the theological and homiletical message of the book of Revelation through narrative analysis.
£26.91
Baker Publishing Group First and Second Peter
Book SynopsisTwo respected New Testament scholars expose theological meaning in First and Second Peter by tracing the use of rhetorical strategies from the ancient cultural and educational context.Trade Review"A solid, rhetorically informed commentary that fulfills the aspirations of the Paideia series. I look forward to recommending this work to my students." --Peter H. Davids, Houston Baptist UniversityTable of ContentsForewordPreface to First PeterPreface to Second PeterIntroduction to First Peter1 Peter 1:1-2:10--Part 1: God's Provision for Salvation, and Christians' Status before God1 Peter 1:1-2--The Letter Prescript: Establishing Authority, Identity, and Goodwill1 Peter 1:3-12--Thanksgiving for God's Gift of Salvation1 Peter 1:13-21--The Call and Motivation to Holiness1 Peter 1:22-25--Born Anew by the Word of God for Mutual Love1 Peter 2:1-3--Growing into Salvation1 Peter 2:4-10--Christ as the Living Stone, and Christians as the Spiritual House and God's People1 Peter 2:11-4:11--Part 2: Living Honorably among the Gentiles1 Peter 2:11-12--Introduction to the Main Theme1 Peter 2:13-3:7--The Household Code1 Peter 3:8-12--Practicing Mutual Love and Peace with All1 Peter 3:13-22--Doing Good Rather than Evil amid Suffering, after Christ's Example1 Peter 4:1-6--Living in the Spirit and Doing the Will of God1 Peter 4:7-11--The Need for Mutual Responsibility in Light of the End1 Peter 4:12-5:14--Part 3: Exhortations on Faithful Suffering among Gentiles, and Conclusion1 Peter 4:12-19--Suffering Faithfully among the Gentiles1 Peter 5:1-11--Concluding Exhortations1 Peter 5:12-14--Epistolary PostscriptIntroduction to Second Peter2 Peter 1:1-15--The Letter Opening2 Peter 1:16-3:13--The Letter Body2 Peter 1:16-2:10a--Two Arguments against Opponents2 Peter 2:10b-22--Critique of Opponents2 Peter 3:1-13--Occasion of the Letter Restated, and Argument against Opponents Resumed2 Peter 3:14-18--The Letter ClosingIndexes
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Baker Publishing Group Exploring the Origins of the Bible Canon
Book SynopsisAn international group of prominent scholars explores the origins and formation of the biblical text and canon.Table of ContentsIntroduction (Craig A. Evans) 1. The Septuagint as a Source for the Literary Analysis of Hebrew Scripture (Emanuel Tov)2. Writings Ostensibly outside the Canon (James H. Charlesworth)3. Torah, Torah, Torah: The Emergence of the Tripartite Canon (Stephen G. Dempster )4. The Role of "the Septuagint" in the Formation of the Biblical Canons (R. Glenn Wooden)5. The Apocryphal Jesus: Assessing the Possibilities and Problems (Craig A. Evans)6. Paul and the Process of Canonization (Stanley E. Porter)7. Wherein Lies Authority? A Discussion of Books, Texts, and Translations (Lee Martin McDonald)8. Canon and Theology: What Is at Stake? (Jonathan R. Wilson)Index
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Baker Publishing Group - Baker Academic Majesty of God in the Old Testament A Guide for
Book SynopsisTrusted Old Testament scholar Walter Kaiser provides practical help for preaching and teaching the God of the Old Testament.
£18.57
Baker Publishing Group First Corinthians
Book SynopsisThe Paideia series offers critically acclaimed commentaries from today's top scholars. Perkins exposes theological meaning in First Corinthians by tracing its use of rhetorical strategies.Table of ContentsForewordIntroductionLetter Opening (1 Corinthians 1:1-9)God's Wisdom Is Contrary to Human Standards (1 Corinthians 1:10-2:16)Paul and Apollos as Examples (1 Corinthians 3:1-4:21)Reports of Unholy Conduct by Believers (1 Corinthians 5:1-6:20)Questions in a Letter from Corinth (1 Corinthians 7:1-11:1)Problems in the Worshiping Assembly (1 Corinthians 11:2-14:40)Some Deny That the Dead Are Raised (1 Corinthians 15:1-58)Letter Conclusion (1 Corinthians 16:1-24)Indexes
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Baker Publishing Group Mark
Book SynopsisIn this addition to the well-received Paideia series, Mary Ann Beavis examines cultural context and theological meaning in Mark. Paideia commentaries explore how New Testament texts form Christian readers by• attending to the ancient narrative and rhetorical strategies the text employs• showing how the text shapes theological convictions and moral habits• commenting on the final, canonical form of each New Testament book• focusing on the cultural, literary, and theological settings of the text• making judicious use of maps, photos, and sidebars in a reader-friendly formatStudents, pastors, and other readers will appreciate the insights that Beavis derives from interrogating the text through multiple perspectives.Table of ContentsForewordIntroductionMark 1:1-13 Prologue: John and JesusMark 1:14-15 Transition: Summary of the Good NewsMark 1:16-3:35 Act 1: Jesus in GalileeMark 4:1-34 Interlude: Teaching in ParablesMark 4:35-6:56 Act 2: Beyond GalileeMark 7:1-23 Interlude: Teaching on Ritual and Moral PurityMark 7:24-9:29 Act 3: Mission in Gentile RegionsMark 9:30-10:52 Interlude: Teaching on the Way to JerusalemMark 11:1-12:44 Act 4: Opposition in JerusalemMark 13:1-37 Interlude: Teaching on the End TimesMark 14:1-15:47 Act 5: Passion NarrativeMark 16:1-8 Epilogue: The Empty TombIndexes
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Baker Publishing Group John
Book SynopsisThe Paideia series offers critically acclaimed commentaries from today's top scholars. This volume exposes theological meaning in John by tracing its use of rhetorical strategies.Table of ContentsForewordIntroductionPart 1. John 1:1-2:12 In the BeginningJohn 1:1-18 The Prologue and MoreJohn 1:19-2:12 Jesus Enters the NarrativePart 2. John 2:13-12:11 Jesus' Itinerant MinistryJohn 2:13-4:54 Transforming Sacred SpaceJohn 5:1-47 God Works on the SabbathJohn 6:1-71 Bread and CircusesJohn 7:1-8:59 Verbal Sparring at the Festival of SukkothJohn 9:1-10:42 A Second Sabbath Violation at a Second PoolJohn 11:1-12:11 The Sweet Scent of DeathPart 3. John 12:13-19:37 Jesus' Triumphant HourJohn 12:13-50 Jesus the TriumphatorJohn 13:1-38 After the Last SupperJohn 13:31-17:25 The Farewell AddressJohn 18:1-19:37 Behold the ManPart 4. John 20:1-21:25 Jesus' Resurrection: Endings and EpiloguesJohn 20:1-31 Recognition and ReversalJohn 21:1-25 Out of the Past and into the FutureBibliography
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Baker Publishing Group The Testimony of the Beloved Disciple Narrative
Book SynopsisA leading New Testament scholar explores key issues in the Gospel of John.Table of ContentsPreface1. Introduction2. Papias and Polycrates on the Origin of the Gospel of John3. The Beloved Disciple as Ideal Author4. Historiographical Characteristics of the Gospel of John5. The Audience of the Gospel of John 6. Qumran and the Gospel of John: Is There a Connection?7. Nicodemus and the Gurion Family8. The Bethany Family in John 11-12: History or Fiction?9. Did Jesus Wash his Disciples Feet?10. Jewish Messianism according to the Gospel of John11. Monotheism and Christology in the Gospel of John12. The Holiness of Jesus and his Disciples in the Gospel of John13. The 153 Fish and the Unity of the Gospel of JohnPublication CreditsSubject IndexIndex of Modern AuthorsIndex of Ancient Texts
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Baker Publishing Group Prima Scriptura
Book SynopsisThis introduction to New Testament exegesis proceeds from the preparation of the interpreter through analysis of the text to appropriation in the community.Table of ContentsIntroduction: Definitions, Theoretical Issues, and Preview of the Method1. Analyzing and Preparing the Interpreter2. Analyzing the Text3. Evaluating and Contemporizing the Text4. Appropriating the Text and Transforming the CommunityAppendix 1: Sample Exegesis Paper--"Jesus on Probation" (Luke 4: 1-13)Appendix 2: Sample Exegetical Brief--Hebrews 1:1-4Appendix 3: Pictograph of PhilippiansAppendix 4: Pictograph of 2 CorinthiansAppendix 5: Chart of the Gospel of MarkAppendix 6: Nestle Aland27 and UBS4 Comparison ChartAppendix 7: In the Laboratory with AgassizIndexes
£25.98
Baker Publishing Group - Baker Books New Testament Survey
Book SynopsisOffers a working understanding of the New Testament by providing the theological tools necessary to synthesize biblical passages into themes. Now in paperback.
£30.99
Baker Publishing Group Are You the One Who Is to Come The Historical
Book SynopsisThis book shows that Jesus saw himself as the messiah anticipated in the Jewish scriptures and believed that the restoration of Israel hinged on the outcome of his ministry.Table of ContentsForeword by Stanley E. PorterPreface1. "Jesus Who Is Called the Christ"Scholarship on the Messianic QuestionIn Quest of Jesus's Self-Understanding2. Messianic Expectations in Second Temple JudaismThe Paucity and Diversity of Messianic ExpectationsThe Extent of Messianic Ideas in the Old TestamentMessianic Claimants in the First CenturySources and a SketchConclusion3. Messiah Jesus--a Role Declined?Messiahship Inferred from the ResurrectionThe "Messianic Secret"Disciples' Enthusiasm and Authorities' PerceptionAn Inference from the Titulus on the CrossThe Scripturizing of the TraditionConclusion4. Messiah Jesus--a Role Redefined?The Messianic JesusSon of Man as Divine Agent and MessiahJesus as the Anointed One of IsaiahThe Kingdom of God Presupposes a KingAllusions to David and SolomonThe "I Have Come" SayingsConclusion5. Messiah Jesus--a Crucified Messiah?Peter's Confession at Caesarea PhilippiThe Anointing of Jesus at BethanyTriumphal Entry and Demonstration in the TempleThe Royal Riddle of David's LordThe Passion of the Shepherd KingThe Trial of the MessiahThe King of the JewsThe Messianic Herald of SalvationCrucified Messiah, Not Crucified MartyrThe Origins of the ChristianoiConclusion6. Toward a Messianic ChristologyEschatological FinalityThe Church and IsraelProphet, Priest, and KingConclusionIndexes
£19.99
Baker Publishing Group A Popular Survey of the Old Testament
Book SynopsisIllustrated with photos, charts, and maps, and written in an easy, informal style, this survey will be enjoyed by all who want to enrich their understanding of Old Testament people and events.
£24.99
Baker Publishing Group Handbook on the Prophets
Book SynopsisProvides a thorough introduction to the Old Testament prophetic books, considering their historical and social setting while surveying the important theological themes.Table of ContentsIsaiahJeremiah and LamentationsThe Weeping Prophet (Jeremiah)Weeping for Zion (Lamentations)EzekielDanielMinor ProphetsRestoring the Wayward Wife (Hosea)The Day of the Lord Is Near! (Joel)A Lion Roars (Amos)Vengeance Is Mine (Obadiah)A Wayward Prophet Learns a Lesson (Jonah)Sin Punished and Promises Fulfilled (Micah)The Downfall of Nineveh (Nahum)A Panorama of the Future (Habakkuk)The Judgment That Purifies (Zephaniah)The Dawning of a New Era (Haggai)Restoring Zion and Her Leaders (Zechariah)Cleansing a Community (Malachi)Index
£28.04
Baker Publishing Group Creation Untamed The Bible God and Natural
Book SynopsisA leading Old Testament theologian addresses one of the most vexing questions in Christian life and theology: What is God's role in natural disasters?Table of ContentsIntroduction1. God Created the World Good, Not Perfect2. The God of the Flood Story and Natural Disasters3. Natural Disasters, the Will of the Creator, and the Suffering of Job4. Suffering and the God of the Old Testament5. God, Faith, and the Practice of PrayerConclusionIndex
£16.19
Baker Publishing Group A Theological Introduction to the Pentateuch
Book SynopsisThis useful textbook explores the theological dimensions of the Pentateuch and provides examples of critically engaged theological interpretation.Table of ContentsIntroduction: Reading the Pentateuch as Christian Scripture Richard S. Briggs and Joel N. Lohr1. The Book of Genesis Richard S. Briggs2. The Book of Exodus Jo Bailey Wells3. The Book of Leviticus Joel N. Lohr4. The Book of Numbers Nathan MacDonald5. The Book of Deuteronomy Rob BarrettAppendix: The Writings of R. W. L. Moberly on the Pentateuch Nathan MacDonald with Richard S. BriggsIndexes
£17.09
Baker Publishing Group Opening Pauls Letters
Book SynopsisAn experienced teacher provides an accessible textbook on the Pauline letters that orients beginning students to the genre in which Paul writes.Table of ContentsIntroduction1. Paul's Cultural Contexts2. Letter Genres3. How Paul Writes: Organizing a Letter and Making an Argument4. Paul's Audiences5. How Paul Reads the Old Testament6. Pseudonymity: Did Paul Write Paul's Letters?Epilogue: Beyond PaulAppendix 1: Dating Paul's LettersAppendix 2: Defining AuthorshipIndexes
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Baker Publishing Group The Kingdom of God as Liturgical Empire
Book SynopsisBestselling author and theologian Scott Hahn offers a commentary on 1 and 2 Chronicles as a liturgical and theological interpretation of Israel's history.Table of Contents"Now the Records Are Ancient": An Introduction to Chronicles1 Chronicles1. Chronicle of All Divine History: A Genealogy of Grace in a Time of Exile and Restoration (1 Chr. 1-9)2. Highly Exalted for the Sake of His People Israel: The Rise of David and His Kingdom (1 Chr. 10-16)3. His Throne Shall be Established Forever: God's Covenant with King David (1 Chr. 17)4. God Gives Rest to His People: The Beginnings of the Temple-Kingdom Age (1 Chr. 18-29)2 Chronicles5. Liturgy and Empire: Theocracy in the Temple Age (2 Chr. 1-9)6. In Rebellion Since That Day: After the House of David Is Divided (2 Chr. 10-28)7. Exile and Return: The Fall and Rise of the Kingdom (2 Chr. 29-36)Indexes
£19.94
Baker Publishing Group The Character of Christian Scripture
Book SynopsisAn internationally renowned expert in canonical interpretation illuminates the two-testament character of Scripture and its significance for the contemporary church.Table of ContentsIntroduction: Starting Points1. The Canonical Approach and Theological Interpretation2. Biblical Theology and Identification with Christian Scripture: "We Are Not Prophets or Apostles"3. An Illustration of the Challenge: The Letter to the Hebrews, Biblical Theology, and Identification4. Theological Use of the Old Testament: Recent New Testament Scholarship and the Psalms as Christian Scripture5. Old and New in Canonical Interpretation6. "Be Ye Sure That the Lord He Is God"--Crisis in Interpretation and the Two-Testament Voice of Christian Scripture7. The Rule of Faith, Hermeneutics, and the Character of Christian ScriptureEpilogueIndex
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Baker Publishing Group A Liturgy of Grief A Pastoral Commentary on
Book SynopsisIn this commentary on Lamentations, a respected Old Testament scholar and volunteer hospital chaplain presents a biblical model for helping those coping with grief.Table of ContentsForeword by Nicholas WolterstorffIntroductionExpositionFirst Poem: Grief, Guilt, and the Need for PrayerHuman Losses (1:1-6)Material Losses (1:7-11)Zion's Cry of Culpability (1:12-16)Comments on Zion's Cries (1:17)Zion's Confession and Prayer of Grievance (1:18-22)Second Poem: Grief, Guilt, and the Need for PrayerGod's Awesome Anger at Work (2:1-5)God's Systematic Destruction of Zion (2:6-10)A Sea of Troubles (2:11-17)A Call to Zion to Pray and Zion's Prayer (2:18-22)Third Poem: The Wounded HealerHis Testimony of Guilty Wounds (3:1-16)His Second Thoughts (3:17-24)The Wounded Healer's Sermon (3:25-39)His Call to the Congregation to Pray (3:40-51)His Testimony of Prayers of Appeal and Grievance (3:52-66)Fourth Poem: Grief and Guilt Prolonged--and to Be ReversedThe Cheapening of Human Life (4:1-6)More Horrors of the Siege (4:7-11)How One Guilty Group Suffered (4:12-16)Despair--and Eventual Hope (4:17-22)Fifth Poem: The Congregation's Prayer as Turning PointPresent Distress and Confession (5:1-7)Humiliation, Sorrow, and Confession (5:8-16)Challenging Cries for Help (5:17-22)
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Baker Publishing Group Practicing Theological Interpretation
Book SynopsisMuch is written about the theory of theological interpretation, but how does it apply to actually working with biblical texts? This volume shows that theological interpretation is not so much an exegetical method as it is a practice concerned with Scripture''s role in the faith and formation of persons and church communities. Widely recognized biblical scholar Joel Green demonstrates both the practice of theological interpretation and the fruitfulness of this approach to reading biblical texts, providing students with helpful ways of wrestling with knotty interpretive issues. He also explores how theological inquiry can coexist with rigorous academic study of the Bible.Table of ContentsIntroduction1. Living Faithfully in Exile: Who Reads the Bible Well?2. Neglecting Widows and Serving the Word? "History" and Theological Interpretation3. Scripture and Classical Christology: The "Rule of Faith" and Theological Interpretation4. John Wesley, Wesleyans, and Theological InterpretationAfterwordIndexes
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Baker Publishing Group History of Biblical Interpretation A Reader
Book SynopsisThis collection of classic essays explores major developments and principal approaches to interpreting the Bible from Greco-Roman times through the present.Table of ContentsIntroduction: The History of Biblical InterpretationPart One: Prerabbinic Jewish Interpretation (150 B.C.E.-70 C.E.)1. Ancient Greek Translation of Hebrew Scriptures: The Aristeas Legend2. Biblical Commentary in the Dead Sea Scrolls3. Philosophical Allegory: Philo of AlexandriaPart Two: Patristic Interpretation and Its Legacy (150-1500 C.E.)4. Christian Fulfillment of Prophecy: Justin Martyr5. Penetrating the Inner Meaning of Scripture: Origen6. Principles for Typological Interpretation: Tyconius7. Figurative, Literal, and Christian Meanings from Scripture: Augustine8. Anchoring the Text in History: Early Syrian Biblical Interpretation: Theodore of Mopsuestia and Theodoret of Cyrus9. Spiritual Application of the Bible: Gregory the Great10. How Can a Text Bear Multiple Meanings? Thomas Aquinas11. Medieval Recognition of the Literal Sense: Nicholas of Lyra and the Glossa ordinaria on Psalm 23Part Three: Rabbinic Interpretation and Its Legacy (150-1500 C.E.)12. An Overview of the Classical Jewish Interpretive Tradition13. Halakic Interpretation of the Scriptures: Sabbath Law in Exodus 31:12-17; The Mekilta of Rabbi Ishmael; The Palestinian Talmud, Tractate Yoma 8.3-5; Rabbi Shlomo YitzHaqi (Rashi); Rabbi Moses ben Nahman (Ramban, Nahmanides)14. Haggadic Interpretation of the Scriptures: Psalm 23 in the Yalqut Shim'oni15. Systematically Philosophical Jewish Exegesis: Sa'adia ben JosephPart Four: Modern Interpretation (1500-Present)16. Renaissance Scholarship: Psalm 23 in Critici sacri17. Allegory, Authorial Intent, and Christian Doctrine: John Calvin18. Enlightenment Rationality for Understanding Scripture: Baruch Spinoza19. Renewing the Jewish Past to Engage with the Present: Moses Mendelssohn20. Historical Criticism Rigorously Applied to the Gospels: David Friedrich Strauss21. Recognizing Genres in Scripture: Hermann Gunkel22. Searching for the Origins of the Jesus Tradition: Rudolph Bultmann23. Archaeology and Biblical Interpretation: William F. Albright24. Disconnection between Ancient and Modern Worldviews: Langdon Gilkey25. Salvation History and Modern Historiography: Christian HartlichPart Five: Late Modern Interpretation (1970-Present)26. Canonical Interpretation: Brevard Childs27. The Wisdom of the Fathers: David C. Steinmetz28. Jews, Christians, and Theological Interpretation of the Bible: Jon Levenson29. The Illusion of Objective Biblical Interpretation: Walter Wink30. Rhetorical Interpretation of the Bible's Literature: Phyllis Trible31. Nonobjective Validity in Literary Biblical Interpretation: Edgar V. McKnight32. Unmasking Ideologies in Biblical Interpretation: Elisabeth Schüssler Fiorenza33. Biblical Rhetoric and Revelation: Dale Patrick34. The Multiple Voices of Postmodern Biblical Interpretation: Fernando F. SegoviaTimelinesIndexes
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Baker Publishing Group Scripture and Tradition
Book SynopsisIn some of the church''s history, Scripture has been pitted against tradition and vice versa. Prominent New Testament scholar Edith Humphrey, who understands the issue from both Protestant and Catholic/Orthodox perspectives, revisits this perennial point of tension. She demonstrates that the Bible itself reveals the importance of tradition, exploring how the Gospels, Acts, and the Epistles show Jesus and the apostles claiming the authority of tradition as God''s Word, both written and spoken. Arguing that Scripture and tradition are not in opposition but are necessarily and inextricably intertwined, Humphrey defends tradition as God''s gift to the church. She also works to dismantle rigid views of sola scriptura while holding a high view of Scripture''s authority.Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction1. Lost in Translation?2. Deadly Traditions: The Bible, the Rabbis, Jesus, and St. Paul3. The Apostles, the Word, and the Letter4. The Blessed Delivery: Receiving in Both Directions5. Tradition as God's Personal Gift6. Holy Tradition versus Human Traditions: Discerning the Difference TodayConclusionIndexes
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Baker Publishing Group Acts An Exegetical Commentary
Book SynopsisThis four-volume commentary on Acts utilizes an unparalleled range of ancient sources and offers a wealth of fresh insights.
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Baker Publishing Group Mission in the Old Testament Israel as a Light
Book SynopsisWalter Kaiser questions the notion that the New Testament represents a deviation from God''s supposed intention to save only the Israelites. He argues that--contrary to popular opinion--the older Testament does not reinforce an exclusive redemptive plan. Instead, it emphasizes a common human condition and God''s original and continuing concern for all humanity. Kaiser shows that the Israelites'' mission was always to actively spread to gentiles the Good News of the promised Messiah. This new edition adds two new chapters, freshens material throughout, expands the bibliography, and includes study questions.Trade Review"A wonderfully accessible introduction to and exploration of the missiological promise-plan of God, and hence would serve well as a supplemental text in classes both on missions and the Old Testament." --Journal of the Evangelical Theological SocietyTable of ContentsIntroduction1. God's Preparation for Missions in Genesis 1-112. God's Plan for Missions in the Patriarchal and Mosaic Eras3. God's Promised Person for All--The Davidic King of Promise 4. God's Purpose for Missions in the Psalter of Israel5. God's Use of Individuals to Reach Gentiles in the Old Testament6. God's Call to Israel to Be a Light to the Nations7. God's Persuasion of Jonah to Be His Witness with Other Prophets from Israel8. God's Call to the Missionary Paul Based on the Old TestamentStudy and Discussion QuestionsGlossaryIndexes
£15.29
Baker Publishing Group - Baker Books Flame of Yahweh Sexuality in the Old Testament
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Baker Publishing Group The Romans Debate
Book SynopsisSpanning the spectrum of interpretation, these essays challenge opposing views, complement points of consensus, and above all contribute to our understanding of Paul's controversial letter to the Romans.
£27.99
Baker Publishing Group The Spirit in the Gospels and Acts Divine Purity
Book SynopsisA respected New Testament scholar carefully examines the Gospels and the book of Acts to provide a fuller understanding of what the Holy Spirit meant in the lives of early believers.
£23.99
Baker Publishing Group Bound for Freedom
Book SynopsisDemonstrates that the book of Exodus presents a defining act of liberation not only in Judaism but also in the Christian understanding of salvation history.
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Baker Publishing Group Grammatical Concepts 101 for Biblical Greek
Book SynopsisA recognized expert in biblical languages offers a readable and linguistically savvy guide to navigating basic grammatical concepts.
£17.99
Baker Publishing Group Social World of Ancient Israel 1250587 BCE
Book SynopsisExplores the most prominent social institutions of the world of early Israel and the period of the monarchy, showing that properly understanding the social context of the Hebrew Bible is essential for sound biblical interpretation.
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Baker Publishing Group The Social World of LukeActs
Book Synopsis"These provocative articles provide the commentary reader of Luke-Acts with mighty tools for creating first-century scenarios that reveal significantly new dimensions of Luke's cutting edges."--S. Scott Bartchy, UCLA
£22.94
Baker Publishing Group Journeying through Acts A LiteraryCultural
Book SynopsisExplores the literary and cultural aspects of Acts and offers a fresh reading of this dramatic volume.
£21.99
Baker Publishing Group Temples Tithes and Taxes The Temple and the
Book SynopsisThis groundbreaking study opens new avenues for understanding the Jerusalem temple and its impact on Israelite society.
£19.99
Baker Publishing Group A Patristic Greek Reader
Book SynopsisThis selection of Greek texts from early Christian writers includes notes and translations, enabling readers with one year of Greek to read the texts.
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Baker Publishing Group Biblical Exegesis and the Formation of Christian
Book SynopsisThis lucid study shows how early Christians used the interpretive tools of Greco-Roman culture to build an alternative Christian culture on the basis of the biblical text.
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Baker Publishing Group What Christians Believe about the Bible
Book SynopsisChristians talk frequently about the Bible, yet they do not always have an informed and wide-ranging understanding of varied Christian views about its nature. Don Thorsen and Keith Reeves combine their biblical and theological knowledge to create such a unique introduction to the Bible.This book not only provides an introduction to the interpretation of the Bible but also to the history and theological understanding behind it, equipping students to think critically about their own tradition''s approach to Scripture. It is perfect as a supplemental textbook in both introductory biblical studies and theology courses, but it will also be of interest to adult education classes.Trade Review"What Christians Believe about the Bible will appeal to both the scholar and the lay reader... This book is a great service to the church, and all who read and apply it will be immeasurably enriched." --Roger J. Green, Gordon CollegeTable of ContentsIntroduction1. We Are All Students of the Bible2. A Brief History of the BibleInterpretation of the Bible3. Genre4. Historical Context5. Literary ContextTheology of the Bible6. Religious Authority7. Inspiration of the Bible8. The Bible, Truth, and Error9. Views of the Bible's TrustworthinessConclusion10. What Then Should We Do?Appendix 1: Books of the Hebrew BibleAppendix 2: Books of the Protestant Old TestamentAppendix 3: Books of the Apocryphal/Deuterocanonical BooksAppendix 4: Books of the New TestamentIndexes
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