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The Jewish Annotated New Testament, 2nd Edition
ISBN: 9780190461850
The Jewish Annotated New Testament, 2nd Edition, is a groundbreaking resource that brings the New Testament's Jewish background to the forefront. This thoroughly revised and greatly expanded second edition offers unparalleled scholarship, shedding new light on the text for students, clergy, and general readers.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and scholars of New Testament studies, as well as by clergy and educators looking to deepen their understanding of the New Testament in its Jewish context. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the historical and cultural background of the New Testament.
History and Editions
First published in 2011, The Jewish Annotated New Testament was a pioneering work that introduced the New Testament's Jewish roots to a broader audience. The second edition, released in 2017, features revised introductions to each New Testament book, updated annotations, and new essays on topics such as "Mary in Jewish Tradition," "Christology," and "Messianic Judaism." This edition includes contributions from eighty Jewish scholars, providing a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of the New Testament.
Author and Other Works
Amy-Jill Levine is the editor of The Jewish Annotated New Testament. Levine is a renowned scholar of New Testament and Jewish studies, known for her ability to bridge the gaps between Jewish and Christian traditions. Her work aims to correct centuries of Christian misunderstandings about Judaism and to provide a more accurate understanding of the New Testament's Jewish context.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Annotations: The book includes verse-by-verse commentary, providing detailed insights into the text.
- Updated Essays: Thirty essays from the first edition have been thoroughly updated, and twenty-four new essays have been added, covering a wide range of topics.
- Jewish Context: The book offers a window into the first-century world of Judaism from which the New Testament springs, explaining Jewish concepts such as food laws and rabbinic argumentation.
- Corrective Perspective: It provides a much-needed corrective to many centuries of Christian misunderstandings about the Jewish religion.
- Educational Value: For Jewish readers, this volume offers a chance to encounter the New Testament—a text of vast importance in Western European and American culture—with no religious agenda and with guidance from Jewish experts in theology, history, and Jewish and Christian thought.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780190461850
- Other Editions: While specific other formats like eTextbook or paperback may not be listed, this hardcover edition is widely available through major retailers.
Publication Details
- Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
- Publication Date: 2017
- Number of Pages: 856
- Language: English
- Item Weight: 1.75 inches tall, 6.46 inches wide, and 9.29 inches long
- Dimensions: 6.46" wide x 9.29" long x 1.75" tall
Other Editions and Formats
While specific other formats like eTextbook or paperback may not be listed, this hardcover edition is widely available through major retailers. For those seeking alternative formats, it is recommended to check with major textbook retailers or online marketplaces.
Related ISBNs:
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