Introduction to the Synoptic Gospels

In this book Pheme Perkins delivers a clear, fresh, informed introduction to the earliest written accounts of Jesus - Matthew, Mark, and Luke - situating
those canonical Gospels within the wider world of oral storytelling and
literary production of the first and second centuries. Cutting through the
media confusion over new Gospel finds, Perkins's Introduction to the Synoptic
Gospels presents a balanced, responsible look at how the Gospels of Matthew,
Mark, and Luke came to be and what they mean. (= 080281770X /
9780802817709)'This book not only provides a much-needed general
introduction to the Synoptic Gospels but also introduces its audience to the
apocryphal Gospels, including the Gospel of Judas. PerkinsÉs treatment is fair
and balanced, and her analogies to contemporary culture are inspired and
illuminating.' - Adela Yarbro Collins'Perkins provides a
comprehensive and up-to-date discussion of each Synoptic Gospel and a balanced
analysis of all the apocryphal and Gnostic Gospels that have attracted so much
attention recently. Her knowledge of the ancient texts, long experience as a
teacher, sound judgment, and clarity of expression make this book a reliable
guide for college and seminary students and for all who are perplexed about the
Gospels and the development of early Christianity.' - Daniel J.
HarringtonRecommended € 25,90