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Judas: The Troubling History of the Renegade Apostle
Peter Stanford
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Description for Judas: The Troubling History of the Renegade Apostle
Paperback. Judas: the most famous traitor in all of human history. But who was he really - and what does he mean for us today? Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: HRCA; HRCG; HRCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
In this fascinating historical and cultural biography, writer and broadcaster Peter Stanford deconstructs that most vilified of Bible characters: Judas Iscariot, who famously betrayed Jesus with a kiss. Beginning with the gospel accounts, Peter explores two thousand years of cultural and theological history to investigate how the very name Judas came to be synonymous with betrayal and, ultimately, human evil. But as Peter points out, there has long been a counter-current of thought that suggests that Judas might in fact have been victim of a terrible injustice: central to Jesus' mission was his death and resurrection, ... Read more
In this fascinating historical and cultural biography, writer and broadcaster Peter Stanford deconstructs that most vilified of Bible characters: Judas Iscariot, who famously betrayed Jesus with a kiss. Beginning with the gospel accounts, Peter explores two thousand years of cultural and theological history to investigate how the very name Judas came to be synonymous with betrayal and, ultimately, human evil. But as Peter points out, there has long been a counter-current of thought that suggests that Judas might in fact have been victim of a terrible injustice: central to Jesus' mission was his death and resurrection, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Weight
227g
Number of Pages
320
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781444754711
SKU
V9781444754711
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99-10
About Peter Stanford
Peter Stanford's previous investigations into the history, theology, enduring appeal and cultural significance of religious ideas include Martin Luther: Catholic Dissident; Judas: The Troubling History of the Renegade Apostle; The Devil - A Biography; Heaven - A Traveller's Guide to the Undiscovered Country; and The She-Pope, an investigation of the Pope Joan legend. His other books include biographies ... Read more
Reviews for Judas: The Troubling History of the Renegade Apostle
A completely fascinating book, well written for lay people who want to understand more of how Judas Iscariot has been viewed through the ages.
Preach Magazine
A fantastic book.. With a hint of quirk.
Together Magazine
It's still a hotly debated topic. Stanford... has condensed the discussion into an accessible guide.
Sunday Herald
This ... Read more
Preach Magazine
A fantastic book.. With a hint of quirk.
Together Magazine
It's still a hotly debated topic. Stanford... has condensed the discussion into an accessible guide.
Sunday Herald
This ... Read more