An Introduction to the Literature of the New Testament (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417900596)

""An Introduction to the Literature of the New Testament"" by James Moffatt is a comprehensive guide to the books of the New Testament. The book provides an overview of the historical and cultural context in which the New Testament was written, and explores the literary styles and themes of each of the individual books. Moffatt's approach is scholarly and objective, but also accessible to the general reader. He examines the historical and theological significance of each book, and offers insights into the ways in which they have been interpreted throughout history. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the New Testament as a whole, including discussions of the historical background, the canonization process, and the various literary genres represented in the New Testament. The second part of the book is a detailed analysis of each of the individual books, including the Gospels, Acts, the Epistles, and the Book of Revelation. Throughout the book, Moffatt emphasizes the importance of understanding the New Testament in its historical and cultural context, and encourages readers to engage with the text on a deeper level. ""An Introduction to the Literature of the New Testament"" is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the New Testament and its place in the history of Christianity.1921. Text by Moffatt, an ecclesiastical historian, who is best remembered for producing one of the most widely used modern translations of the Bible.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: James Moffatt
ISBN-10: 1417900598
ISBN-13: 9781417900596
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/01/2005
Pages: 672
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.48d