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The final book of the Bible, Revelation prophesies the ultimate judgement of mankind in a series of allegorical visions, grisly images and numerological predictions. According to these, empires will fall, the "Beast" will be destroyed and Christ will rule a new Jerusalem. With an introduction by Will Self.
In this highly accessible discussion, Bart Ehrman examines the most recent textual and archaeological sources for the life of Jesus, along with the history of first-century Palestine, drawing a fascinating portrait of the man and his teachings. Ehrman shows us what historians have long known about the Gospels and the man who stands behind them. Through a careful evaluation of the New Testament (and other surviving sources, including the more recently discovered Gospels of Thomas and Peter), Ehrman proposes that Jesus can be best understood as an apocalyptic prophet--a man convinced that the world would end dramatically within the lifetime of his apostles and that a new kingdom would be created on earth. According to Ehrman, Jesus' belief in a coming apocalypse and his expectation of an utter reversal in the world's social organization not only underscores the radicalism of his teachings but also sheds light on both the appeal of his message to society's outcasts and the threat he posed to Jerusalem's established leadership.
In this lively introduction, J. Nelson Kraybill shows how the book of Revelation was understood by its original readers and what it means for Christians today. Kraybill places Revelation in its first-century context, opening a window into the political, economic, and social realities of the early church. His fresh interpretation highlights Revelation's liturgical structure and directs readers' attentions to twenty-first-century issues of empire, worship, and allegiance, showing how John's apocalypse is relevant to the spiritual life of believers today. The book includes maps, timelines, photos, a glossary, discussion questions, and stories of modern Christians who live out John's vision of a New Jerusalem.
"Biblical Apocalyptics Handbook: A Study of the Most Important Revelations that God and Christ Disclosed in the Bible" offers a comprehensive and scholarly analysis of the apocalyptic literature in the Bible, tracing the threads of prophecy, judgment, and revelation from Genesis to the Pauline Epistles. Authoritative yet accessible, this book delves deep into the heart of apocalyptic writings, considering their historical context, theological implications, and prophetic significance. Readers will gain an understanding of the concept of apocalypticism, its symbolism, and its forms of composition. The book casts light on the apocalyptic elements in the Hebrew songs, such as the Psalms and Song of Solomon, emphasizing their significance in understanding God's righteous judgment, the new creation, and the end times. The deep study of the Edenic apocalypse of sin and judgment along with an in-depth examination of each book of the Bible reveals God's plan for humanity, His covenant promises, and prophetic insights into the fate of the nations. From the prophecy about Abraham's descendants to Jacob's prophecies over his sons, from the Passover in Exodus to the apocalyptic symbolism in Leviticus, from the Book of Daniel's prophetic visions to the apocalyptic messages in the Gospels and Acts, readers will find themselves on an enlightening journey through the Scriptures. The author's thorough exploration of the fourteen Pauline Epistles concludes this book, shedding light on the topics of resurrection, the day of the Lord, and the return of Christ. "Biblical Apocalyptics Handbook" is more than just a scholarly exploration; it is a spiritual guidebook that inspires readers to delve deeper into God's word, promoting a more profound understanding of God's divine revelations and the eternal destiny of humanity. It is an indispensable tool for anyone seeking to grasp the intricacies of biblical apocalyptic literature and its significance in today's world.
This new addition to the Holy Cross Studies in Patristic Theology and History series explores early Christian views on apocalyptic themes.
A rich collection of essays exploring the meaning of 'apocalyptic' in the New Testament, by a variety of important scholars in the field.
Every significant layer of the New Testament features the distinctive concerns of apocalyptic literature, including the expectation of a messiah, hope for a resurrection, expectation of a final judgment, and a spiritual world that includes angels and demons. Yet many contemporary readers shy away from things apocalyptic, especially the book of Revelation. This introduction considers the influence of apocalyptic literature throughout the Gospels and Acts, Paul’s letters, and Revelation. It argues that early Christian authors drew upon apocalyptic topics to address an impressive array of situations and concerns, and it demonstrates—example after example—how apocalyptic discourse contributed to their ongoing work of contextual theology.
"Apocalypse and Millennium argues that far from being a random sequence of bizarre statements, millennial schemes (including the setting of dates for the second coming of Christ) are more often characterised by highly complex and internally consistent interpretations of scripture. Such interpretations do not always result in positive outcomes. As an example, the work of David Koresh is examined at length. Koresh, styled by some the 'Wacko from Waco', clearly had views which some would find odd. However, his interpretation of scripture did not lack system or context, and to see him in that light is to begin to understand why his message had appeal, particularly to those of the Seventh-day Adventist tradition. The final three chapters in this book outline Koresh's thinking on end-time events and trace the line of his interpretative tradition from nineteenth-century Millerism through Seventh-day Adventism and Davidianism (which began in 1929)."--BOOK JACKET.
John's apocalyptic revelation tends to be read either as an esoteric mystery or a breathless blueprint for the future. Missing, though, is how Revelation is the most visually stunning and politically salient text in the canon. Revelation and the Politics of Apocalyptic Interpretation explores the ways in which Revelation, when read as the last book in the Christian Bible, is in actuality a crafted and contentious word. Senior scholars, including N.T. Wright, Richard Hays, Marianne Meye Thompson, and Stefan Alkier, reveal the intricate intertextual interplay between this apocalyptically charged book, its resonances with the Old Testament, and its political implications. In so doing, the authors show how the church today can read Revelation as both promise and critique.