The Gospels in Context Gerd Theissen Social Political History Synoptic Tradition
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The Gospels in Context Gerd Theissen Social Political History Synoptic Tradition. Moving beyond simple literary criticism, Theissen reconstructs both the social context and the political history that are reflected in smaller and larger units of the Synoptic tradition (Matthew, Mark, and Luke). The Gospels in Context Book Listing The Gospels in Context Social and Political History in the Synoptic Tradition Author Gerd Theissen Publisher Fortress Press Year 1991 (1st Print) Format Hardcover w/ DJ A Socio-Historical Analysis In this groundbreaking work, Gerd Theissen, one of Europe's most illustrious practitioners of the sociological method in theology, fashions a "tradition-critical" trajectory to elucidate the oral and written history of the Synoptic tradition. Moving beyond simple literary criticism, Theissen reconstructs both the social context and the political history that are reflected in smaller and larger units of the Synoptic tradition (Matthew, Mark, and Luke). He locates the Gospel as a whole within the turbulent landscape of first-century Palestine. Crucial to Theissen's entire study is the localization and dating of texts based on "local coloring"—the specific geographic and social markers hidden within the scripture. This volume is essential for students of the New Testament, historians of antiquity, and anyone interested in the "Sitz im Leben" (Setting in Life) of the early Christian movement. "Theissen's book is one of the most important works on the history of the Synoptic tradition to appear since Bultmann... He expands the old form-critical project to investigate the traditions within a much broader social setting." — Douglas E. Oakman About the Author Gerd Theissen is Professor of New Testament at the University of Heidelberg. A pioneer in the application of sociology to the study of the New Testament, he is renowned for his ability to bridge the gap between abstract theology and the gritty reality of the ancient world. He is perhaps best known for his work The Shadow of the Galilean. Did You Know? The term "Synoptic" comes from the Greek synopsis, meaning "seeing together." It refers to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which share so much content and structure that they can be arranged in parallel columns to be "seen together," unlike the Gospel of John which is distinct in style and content. Condition Report: Very Good+ A First Edition / First Printing in Excellent Preservation. Binding: Tight, square, and secure. Pages: Clean, crisp, and bright. There is NO writing, underlining, or highlighting in the text. Dust Jacket: Original jacket is included with only minor shelf wear. Shipping: Will be shipped carefully and quickly. JT Enterportals >>Powered by WonderLister App
