The Challenge of Jesus' Parables

A fresh look at the meaning of Jesus' parables for Christian living today.

The parables recorded in the Gospels are central for an understanding of Jesus and his ministry. Yet the parables are more than simple stories; they present a number of obstacles to contemporary readers hoping to fully grasp their meaning. In this volume, thirteen New Testament scholars provide the background necessary to understand the original context and meaning of Jesus' parables as well as their modern applications, all in a manner easily accessible to general readers.

Contributors:
Stephen C. Barton
Craig A. Evans
Richard T. France
Donald A. Hagner
Morna D. Hooker
Sylvia C. Keesmaat
Michael P. Knowles
Walter L. Liefeld
Richard N. Longenecker
Allan W. Martens
Klyne R. Snodgrass
Robert H. Stein
Stephen I. Wright

About the author

Richard N. Longenecker (1930-2021) was a distinguished New Testament scholar who taught for many years at Wycliffe College, University of Toronto. He was the author of numerous books, including Paul, Apostle of Liberty; The Christology of Early Jewish Christianity; New Testament Social Ethics for Today; Introducing Romans: Critical Issues in Paul's Most Famous Letter, and the New International Greek Testament Commentary volume on Romans.

Product details

• Assisted by: Richard N. Longenecker (Editor)
• Publisher: Eerdmans wm b pub
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2008
• EAN: 9780802846389
• ISBN: 978-0-8028-4638-9
• No. of pages: 340
• Series: McMaster New Testament Studies
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works