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Apocalyptic literature in the New Testament / Greg Carey.

Author/creator Carey, Greg, 1965- author.
Format Book and Print
Publication Info Nashville : Abingdon Press, [2016]
Copyright Notice ©2016
Descriptionxv, 176 pages ; 23 cm.
Subject(s)
Series Core biblical studies
Core biblical studies. ^A1157266
Contents A thought experiment -- Apocalyptic literature in context -- The Pauline epistles -- The Synoptic take(s) on Jesus -- Beyond the Synoptic gospels: Q, Thomas, John-and Jesus -- The big show: Revelation -- Epilogue.
Abstract Every significant layer of the New Testament features the distinctive concerns of apocalyptic literature, including the expectation of a messiah, hope for a resurrection, expectation of a final judgment, and a spiritual world that includes angels and demons. Yet many contemporary readers shy away from things apocalyptic, especially the book of Revelation. This introduction considers the influence of apocalyptic literature throughout the Gospels and Acts, Paul's letters, and Revelation. It argues that early Christian authors drew upon apocalyptic topics to address an impressive array of situations and concerns, and it demonstrates--example after example--how apocalyptic discourse contributed to their ongoing work of contextual theology.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages 155-158) and indexes.
Genre/formCriticism, interpretation, etc.
LCCN 2016009754
ISBN9781426771958 (pbk.)
ISBN1426771959 (pbk.)

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