AB 27A: Mark 8 - 16

A New Translation with Introduction and Commentary.In the
final nine chapters of the Gospel of Mark, Jesus increasingly struggles with
his disciplesÉ incomprehension of his unique concept of suffering messiahship
and with the opposition of the religious leaders of his day. The Gospel
recounts the events that led to JesusÉ arrest, trial, and crucifixion by the
Roman authorities, concluding with an enigmatic ending in which JesusÉ
resurrection is announced but not displayed. In this volume New
Testament scholar Joel Marcus offers a new translation of Mark 8Í16 as well as
extensive commentary and notes. He situates the narrative within the context of
first-century Palestine and the larger Greco-Roman world; within the political
context of the Jewish revolt against the Romans (66Í73 C.E.); and within the
religious context of the early churchÉs sometimes rancorous engagement with
Judaism, pagan religion, and its own internal problems. For religious scholars,
pastors, and interested lay people alike, the book provides an accessible and
enlightening window on the second of the canonical Gospels.'[...]
technically of the first rank, but is far too skeptical regarding what can be
known about the historical Jesus. Mark emerges as a late Paulinist.' -
D.A. CarsonSeries: Anchor Yale Bible, volume 27A.Recommended €
84,9