Download or read book New Testament Traditions and Apocryphal Narratives written by Francois Bovon and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This long-standing series provides the guild of religion scholars a venue for publishing aimed primarily at colleagues. It includes scholarly monographs, revised dissertations, Festschriften, conference papers, and translations of ancient and medieval documents. Works cover the sub-disciplines of biblical studies, history of Christianity, history of religion, theology, and ethics. Festschriften for Karl Barth, Donald W. Dayton, James Luther Mays, Margaret R. Miles, and Walter Wink are among the seventy-five volumes that have been published. Contributors include: C. K. Barrett, Francois Bovon, Paul S. Chung, Marie-Helene Davies, Frederick Herzog, Ben F. Meyer, Pamela Ann Moeller, Rudolf Pesch, D. Z. Phillips, Rudolf Schnackenburgm Eduard Schweizer, John Vissers

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Download or read book New Testament Traditions and Apocryphal Narratives written by Francois Bovon and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This long-standing series provides the guild of religion scholars a venue for publishing aimed primarily at colleagues. It includes scholarly monographs, revised dissertations, Festschriften, conference papers, and translations of ancient and medieval documents. Works cover the sub-disciplines of biblical studies, history of Christianity, history of religion, theology, and ethics. Festschriften for Karl Barth, Donald W. Dayton, James Luther Mays, Margaret R. Miles, and Walter Wink are among the seventy-five volumes that have been published. Contributors include: C. K. Barrett, Francois Bovon, Paul S. Chung, Marie-Helene Davies, Frederick Herzog, Ben F. Meyer, Pamela Ann Moeller, Rudolf Pesch, D. Z. Phillips, Rudolf Schnackenburgm Eduard Schweizer, John Vissers

Download or read book The Apocryphal New Testament written by and published by . This book was released on 1926 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Apocryphal Books of the Bible written by Jerry Rich and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-10-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the intriguing history of the Apocryphal Books of the Bible, a hidden treasure trove of ancient texts that have fascinated scholars, theologians, and seekers of spiritual wisdom for centuries. "The Apocryphal Books of the Bible: Discover the Lost Scriptures of the Bible and Their Fascinating History" takes you on a captivating journey through these lesser-known writings, unearthing their rich narrative tapestry and exploring their enduring impact on the world of faith and literature. The Apocrypha is a collection of books that didn't make it into the canonical Bible, yet their influence and significance have left an indelible mark on the religious and cultural landscape. Dive into the depths of the Old Testament Apocryphal Books, where you'll encounter heroes like Tobit and Judith, whose stories of courage and divine providence offer timeless lessons in faith. Wisdom That Resonates Through the Ages Venture into the world of wisdom literature as we explore the "Wisdom of Solomon" and "Sirach," texts that provide profound insights into ethical living and the pursuit of virtue. These ancient teachings continue to resonate with readers seeking guidance for navigating the complexities of life. Epic Tales and Historical Revolts The Apocrypha is not just a repository of wisdom; it's also a treasure chest of historical narratives and epic tales. Discover the heroic struggles of the Maccabees in their revolt against oppressive rulers in the "First and Second Book of Maccabees." These stories of resilience and faith in the face of adversity offer inspiration for modern-day challenges. Lost Gospels and Alternative Narratives Step into the world of the New Testament Apocryphal Gospels, where the traditional accounts of Jesus's life and teachings are challenged by intriguing alternatives. Delve into the enigmatic "Gospel of Thomas," explore the mysteries of the "Gospel of Mary," and grapple with the complex narrative of the "Gospel of Judas." These texts provoke thought, sparking discussions about the diversity of early Christian beliefs. The Canonization of the Bible Witness the intricate process of biblical canonization, both in the Old and New Testaments. Understand how different Christian traditions arrived at their distinct canons and the theological considerations that played a crucial role in shaping the sacred texts that millions hold dear. Theology and Themes Unveiled Intrigued by theological inquiry? We unravel the moral and ethical teachings, apocalyptic and prophetic elements, and esoteric traditions within the Apocryphal Books. These multifaceted themes invite you to explore the intricate facets of faith, spirituality, and mysticism. Diverse Traditions and Interfaith Dialogues Journey through the diverse landscape of Christian traditions, from the Roman Catholic Church to Eastern Orthodox Christianity and Protestantism. Each tradition's approach to the Apocrypha offers unique insights and theological perspectives. Furthermore, witness the dynamic interfaith dialogues that seek to bridge the gaps between Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, as scholars and theologians explore shared themes and narratives. Modern Interpretations and Contemporary Debates Enter the world of modern scholarship, where researchers uncover new dimensions of the Apocryphal Books through historical, literary, and theological analysis. Explore the dynamic interplay of different religious traditions and engage in dialogues that address shared ethical and social concerns. This book is a narrative of hidden stories, profound wisdom, historical drama, theological debate, and interfaith understanding. Whether you're a scholar, a seeker of spiritual wisdom, or a lover of ancient tales, this book promises an enthralling expedition into the heart of a hidden literary and spiritual treasure.

Download or read book Glory of the Martyrs written by Gregorius and published by Liverpool University Press. This book was released on 1988 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first translation into English of one of Gregory's eight books of miracle stories, which contains a series of anecdotes about the lives and cults of martyrs.

Download or read book The Apocryphal Gospels written by Jens Schröter and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2021-11-19 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New Testament contains four accounts of the life of Jesus. To some people in antiquity, four was too many. Disagreements in the Gospels over what Jesus said and did triggered debate between insiders and drew criticism from outsiders. To other people, four was not enough. As early as the first century, Christians wrote additional gospels, each with their own portrayal of Jesus and depictions of his relationships with his family, his followers, and his Father. While these gospels were not included in the New Testament canon, many continued to be important for Christian thought and practice; all these texts, moreover, are significant for the study of emergent Christianity. This short, accessible introduction draws on current scholarship on the various noncanonical (or apocryphal) gospels to present this fascinating literature to readers eager to learn more about their origins, contents, and meaning. The book begins with a discussion of the distinction between gospels that became canonical and those that came to be regarded as apocryphal. Then, the gospels are presented in chapters arranged according to Jesus' ministry: from Infancy Gospels to texts about Jesus' earthly career to his passion, resurrection, and postresurrection appearances. This book demonstrates how early Christians confronted crises in their communities through story, crafting new accounts of Jesus' life that expanded upon and sometimes challenged the Gospels that became canonical. The apocryphal gospels are not Scripture, but they are no less valuable for understanding Christianity in its formative centuries and beyond.

Download or read book Art and the Christian Apocrypha written by David R. Cartlidge and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-10-23 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Christian canon of scripture, known as the New Testament, excluded many of the Church's traditional stories about its origins. Although not in the Bible, these popular stories have had a powerful influence on the Church's traditions and theology, and a particularly marked effect on visual representations of Christian belief. This book provides a lucid introduction to the relationship between the apocryphal texts and the paintings, mosaics, and sculpture in which they are frequently paralleled, and which have been so significant in transmitting these non-Biblical stories to generations of churchgoers.

Download or read book In the Beginning There Were Stories written by William J. Bausch and published by Twenty-Third Publications. This book was released on 2004 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can be used both as an introduction to reading Scripture or as a tool to help readers understand Scripture from a new perspective. In conversational style, bestselling author Father Bill Bausch discusses revelation, truth wrapped in story, the difference between print and oral stories, and the chasm between biblical and contemporary culture.

Download or read book New Testament Apocryphal Writings written by James Orr and published by . This book was released on 2017-09-29 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Apocrypha began to be produced (so far as known) in the second century, mostly in Ebionitic and Gnostic circles, and, with few exceptions, were repudiated and condemned by the Church. Only later, and in modified and expurgated forms, did their stories pass into the general Catholic tradition. The second century seems to have been a perfect hot-bed for the production of this class of writings.Of the purely heretical Gospels most have perished (for an account of some of the Gnostic ones, see Baring-Gould's Lost and Hostile Gospels (1874), and Lipsius, as above). But apart from doctrinal reasons, sufficient motive always existed in persons of lax tendency to pander to the principle of curiosity and love of the marvellous in human nature by inventions of narratives on subjects on which the genuine Gospels were silent. An existing narrative, or traditions of sayings and doings of Jesus, might be, and frequently were, manipulated, recast, or embellished; but the grand opportunity came when the Gospels said nothing at all. Here was a space which imagination could fill up at pleasure. The stories might be puerile, demoralising, ridiculous to the last degree, but if they were only circumstantial and marvellous enough, and were backed up by names of Apostles, or others of repute, the narrator could always rely on finding readers greedy to receive them. This is precisely what happened with the Apocryphal Gospels.

Download or read book The Lost Books of the Bible and The Forgotten Books of Eden written by Rutherford Hayes Platt and published by Nelson Bibles. This book was released on 1927 with total page 660 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presented here are two volumes of apocryphal writings reflecting the life and time of the Old and New Testaments. Stories told by contemporary fiction writers of historical Bible times in fascinating and beautiful style.

Download or read book The Apocryphal New Testament written by Montague Rhodes James and published by . This book was released on 1924 with total page 584 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Acts of the Apostles and the Rhetoric of Roman Imperialism written by Drew W. Billings and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-07-25 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acts of the Apostles is normally understood as a historical report of events of the early church and serves as the organizing centerpiece of the New Testament canon. In this book, Drew W. Billings demonstrates that Acts was written in conformity with broader representational trends and standards found on imperial monuments and in the epigraphic record of the early second century. Bringing an interdisciplinary approach to a text of critical importance, he compares the methods of representation in Acts with visual and verbal representations that were common during the reign of the Roman emperor Trajan (98-117 CE). Billings argues that Acts adopts the rhetoric of Roman imperialism as articulated in the images and texts from the period. His study bridges the fields of classics, art history, gender studies, Jewish studies, and New Testament studies in exploring how early Christian texts relate to wider patterns in the cultural production of the Roman Empire.

Download or read book The Apocryphal New Testament written by J. K. Elliott and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2005-10-27 with total page 788 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Apocryphal New Testament includes new translations of the most significant and famous of the non-canonical Christian works. These apocryphal texts reveal the popular legends of Christians after the New Testament era, and throw light on the origins of many later beliefs and practices.

Download or read book Early Christian Literature written by Helen Rhee and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-04-28 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Helen Rhee’s outstanding work is the first book to bring together The Apologies and the semi-fictional Apocryphal Acts and Martyr Acts in a single study. Filling a significant gap in the scholarship, she looks at Christian self definition and self representation in the context of pagan-Christian conflict. Using an interdisciplinary approach; historical, literary, theological, sociological, and anthropological, Rhee studies the Christians in the formative period of their religion; from mid first to early third centuries. She examines how the forms of Greco-Roman society were adapted by the Christians to present the superiority of Christian monotheism, Christian sexual morality, and Christian (dis)loyalty to the Empire. Tackling broad topics, including theology, asceticism, sexuality and patriotism, this book explores issues of cultural identity and examines how these propagandist writings shaped the theological, moral and political trajectories of Christian faith and contributed largely to the definition of orthodoxy. This thorough study will benefit all students of early Christianity and Greco-Roman literary culture and civilization.

Download or read book Early Christian Voices written by David Warren and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2021-10-01 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of studies in honor of François Bovon highlights the rich diversity found within early expressions of Christianity as evidenced in ancient texts, in early traditions and movements, and in archaic symbols and motifs.

Download or read book Rhetorical Texture and Narrative Trajectories of the Lukan Galilean Ministry Speeches written by Patrick Spencer and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2007-04-10 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Varying degrees of attention are paid to Jesus' four speeches in the Galilean ministry of the Gospel of Luke. Despite increasing interest in ancient Graeco-Roman rhetoric in biblical studies, few scholars examine the speeches from the lens of ancient rhetorical argument. In addition, with the exception of the inaugural speech in Luke 4.14-30, little attention is afforded to the relevance of the speeches for understanding larger nuances of the narrative discourse and how this affects the hermeneutical appropriation of authorial readers. In contrast, Spencer examines each speech from the context of ancient rhetorical argument and pinpoints various narrative trajectories-as associated with theme, plot, characterization, and topoi-that emerge from the rhetorical texture. In doing so, he shows that the four speeches function as "sign posts" that are integral to guiding the Lukan narrative from the "backwaters" of Galilee to the center of the Roman Empire.