Theology of the Gospel of Mark

Clear and understandable explanation of Mark's contribution to the theology of the developing Jesus tradition.

List of contents

List of abbreviations; Preface; 1. The historical setting of the Gospel of Mark; 2. The theology of Mark; 3. Mark and the New Testament; 4. Mark in the church and in the world; Select bibliography; Index of references; Index of names; Index of subjects.

Summary

This 1999 book presents a clear and understandable explanation of the contribution that Mark has made to the theology of the developing Jesus tradition. Dr Telford emphasizes the importance of context (the historical and the contemporary) and method (a combination of the historical-critical approach with literary approaches) for the proper understanding of Mark.

Product details

• Authors: W R Telford, W. R. Telford, W. R. (Dr Telford, William Telford
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 17.06.1999
• EAN: 9780521439770
• ISBN: 978-0-521-43977-0
• No. of pages: 292
• Series: New Testament Theology
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology