Jewish Annotated New Testament New Revised Standard Version …
Amy-Jill Levine
637 pages | ~18 hrs
Jewish Annotated New Testament New Revised Standard Version Bible Translation, The
By Amy-Jill Levine
This groundbreaking biblical commentary bridges two ancient traditions by presenting the New Testament through a distinctly Jewish lens. Edited by distinguished scholars Amy-Jill Levine and Mark Zvi Brettler, this comprehensive volume serves dual purposes that reflect our interconnected spiritual heritage.
For Christian readers, this annotated edition illuminates the profound Judaic roots of their faith, revealing how Jesus's teachings emerged from and engaged with Jewish thought and practice of his time. The extensive annotations connect gospel narratives to their historical Jewish context, offering fresh insights into familiar passages and deepening understanding of Christianity's foundational text.
For Jewish readers, this work provides accessible entry into one of Western civilization's most influential texts, regardless of personal belief. The scholarly approach respects Jewish perspectives while exploring how these ancient writings shaped cultural and spiritual discourse for millennia.
Each New Testament book opens with introductory essays that establish historical and religious context. Thoughtfully placed sidebar commentaries throughout the text explain specific passages in greater detail, while concluding essays from leading biblical and Jewish history experts address broader themes and connections.
This 637-page volume transforms biblical study into an interfaith dialogue, demonstrating how understanding our shared spiritual ancestry can enrich both traditions. Whether you seek deeper comprehension of Christian origins or wish to explore Judaism's enduring influence on Western thought, this annotated edition offers scholarly wisdom presented with clarity and respect.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Commentaries
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- ✓ Explore Judaism
- ✓ Explore Kommentarer
- ✓ Explore Relations
- ✓ Explore Bibeln
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Judendom
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Details
- Published
- 2011
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- ISBN-13
- 9780195297706
- ISBN-10
- 0195297709
- Pages
- 637
- Language
- EN
