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The Parables – Jewish Tradition and Christian Interpretation
Brad H. Young
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Paperback. Num Pages: 332 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 562.
Fully one-third of Jesus' words in the Synoptic Gospels occur in parables. It could be said that knowing the parables is essential for understanding the person of Christ. In this work, Brad Young displays his unique perspective as a scholar steeped in both Jewish and Christian studies. While parables have timeless messages, reinterpretations in new contexts throughout the centuries have distorted the original meanings and undermined the essence of what Jesus intended for his initial listeners. Young examines the parables that best illustrate the parallels between the rabbinic and Gospel parables. He challenges readers to remember that first-century Judaism was ... Read more
Fully one-third of Jesus' words in the Synoptic Gospels occur in parables. It could be said that knowing the parables is essential for understanding the person of Christ. In this work, Brad Young displays his unique perspective as a scholar steeped in both Jewish and Christian studies. While parables have timeless messages, reinterpretations in new contexts throughout the centuries have distorted the original meanings and undermined the essence of what Jesus intended for his initial listeners. Young examines the parables that best illustrate the parallels between the rabbinic and Gospel parables. He challenges readers to remember that first-century Judaism was ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Baker Publishing Group
Number of pages
332
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
Weight
563g
Number of Pages
348
Place of Publication
Ada, MI, United States
ISBN
9780801048203
SKU
V9780801048203
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About Brad H. Young
Brad H. Young (PhD, Hebrew University) is professor of biblical literature in Judeo-Christian studies in the Graduate School of Theology at Oral Roberts University. In addition to his well-known research on the life of Jesus, he has devoted much energy to Jewish-Christian interfaith dialogue. He is the author of many books, including Meet the Rabbis: Rabbinic Thought and the Teachings ... Read more
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