The Bible took shape over the course of centuries, and today Christian groups continue to disagree over details of its contents. The differences among these groups typically involve the Old Testament, as they mostly accept the same 27-book New Testament. An essential avenue for understanding the development of the Bible are the many early lists of canonical books drawn up by Christians and, occasionally, Jews. Despite the importance of these early lists of books, they have remained relatively inaccessible. This comprehensive volume redresses this unfortunate situation by presenting the early Christian canon lists all together in a single volume. The canon lists, in most cases, unambiguously report what the compilers of the lists considered to belong to the biblical canon. For this reason they bear an undeniable importance in the history of the Bible. The Biblical Canon Lists from Early Christianity provides an accessible presentation of these early canon lists. With a focus on the first four centuries, the volume supplies the full text of the canon lists in English translation alongside the original text, usually Greek or Latin, occasionally Hebrew or Syriac. Edmon L. Gallagher and John D. Meade orient readers to each list with brief introductions and helpful notes, and they point readers to the most significant scholarly discussions. The book begins with a substantial overview of the history of the biblical canon, and an entire chapter is devoted to the evidence of biblical manuscripts from the first millennium. This authoritative work is an indispensable guide for students and scholars of biblical studies and church history.

The Biblical Canon Lists from Early Christianity: Texts and Analysis

History

Gallagher, Edmon L.

Meade, John D.

World

Oxford University Press

"Ed Gallagher combines academic understanding with practical ministry application, and the result is a book that will bless Bible class teachers, preachers, and anyone who desires a deeper understanding of Luke's Gospel. The footnotes and charts provide excellent resources for future study without detracting from the book's readability. There are insights here that will challenge us to learn, reflect, and grow in our faith. The Gospel of Luke: Explorations in Christian Scripture promises to be an effective tool for Bible class and personal study for years to come." 
-Andrew Phillips, Pulpit Minister Graymere Church of Christ (Columbia, Tennessee)\nThis series of studies on the Gospel of Luke (thirteen chapters with an introduction and a discussion guide) aims to help Christians glean more from the longest of the canonical Gospels. Luke's presentation of Jesus provides important and beloved stories about the Lord, including the lengthiest account of his birth and childhood, a distinctive account of his death and resurrection, and much unique material arising from his teaching, such as the Parable of the Good Samaritan and the Parable of the Prodigal Son. This book would be ideal for a church Bible glass, small group, or Christian book club. Readers are sure to love more both the Third Gospel and the Savior whose life it narrates.

The Gospel of Luke

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

Heritage Christian University

Approaching Christian Scripture: Twenty Attempts at Biblical Interpretation offers 20 thought-provoking expositions in four categories: Old Testament Essays, New Testament Essays, Essays on the Church, and Miscellaneous. Though each has been previously published in various contexts, as a unit they model both exegetical skill and faith-building application. Gallagher invites readers to think at a higher level. His loyalty to Scripture is evident. His writing is consistently engaging and challenging.

Approaching Christian Scripture Faithfully

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