Exploring the New Testament: A Guide to the Letters & Revelation

Professors and students will warm to this clearly written and well-informed introduction to the New Testament Letters and the Apocalypse. Exploring the New Testament, Volume Two introduces students of biblical studies and theology to Greco-Roman background ancient letter writing content and major themes Paul's life, mission and theology issues of authorship, date and setting methods in reading and interpreting the New Testament Letters and Revelation the intersection of New Testament criticism with contemporary issues of faith and culture This revised edition features updated text and bibliographies, and incorporates new material gleaned from the experience of classroom use.