theology of the Johannine Epistles, The

theology of the Johannine Epistles, The

By Judith Lieu

Book Description

In the rich tapestry of New Testament writings, the letters attributed to John often remain overshadowed by the more prominent Gospel bearing his name. Judith Lieu invites readers to discover the unique theological voice that emerges when these epistles are allowed to speak on their own terms.

Rather than treating the First Epistle of John as merely supplementary material or dismissing the shorter Second and Third Epistles due to their brevity, Lieu demonstrates how these writings contribute their own distinctive perspective to both Johannine thought and the broader theological landscape of early Christianity. Through careful examination of their most significant theological themes, she reveals how these ancient texts, when understood within their original historical context, continue to offer profound insights for contemporary spiritual reflection.

This scholarly yet accessible exploration shows how the Johannine Epistles address fundamental questions of faith, community, and divine relationship in ways that complement yet differ from other New Testament writings. Lieu's approach allows readers to appreciate the unique contributions these letters make to Christian theology, revealing their enduring relevance for those seeking to understand the development of early Christian thought.

For students of theology, spiritual seekers interested in biblical interpretation, and anyone curious about the diverse voices within early Christianity, this work opens new pathways for understanding these often-overlooked but theologically rich texts.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~4 hours)

📄 Length: 130 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Critique, interprétation
  • ✓ Explore Théologie
  • ✓ Explore 11.46 study and interpretation of the New Testament
  • ✓ Explore Johannesbrief
  • ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
  • ✓ Explore Nieuwtestamentische theologie
  • ✓ Explore Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. epistles
  • ✓ Explore Brieven van Johannes (bijbelboeken)

Topics Covered

Critique, interprétation Théologie 11.46 study and interpretation of the New Testament Johannesbrief Bible, theology, n. t. Nieuwtestamentische theologie Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. epistles Brieven van Johannes (bijbelboeken) Johannesbrief (I.-III.) Theology Criticism, interpretation Bible

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