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The Parables after Jesus
Their Imaginative Receptions across Two Millennia
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Pub Date
Jan 31 2017
| Archive Date
Mar 27 2017
Description
Jesus's enigmatic and compelling parables have fascinated their hearers since he first uttered them, and during the intervening centuries these parables have produced a multitude of interpretations. This accessibly written book explores the varying interpretations of Jesus's parables across two millennia to demonstrate how powerfully they continue to challenge people's hearts, minds, and imaginations. It covers more than fifty imaginative receptions from different eras, perspectives, and media, showing how the use of Jesus's parables affects society and culture and offering a richer appreciation for Jesus's most striking teachings.
Jesus's enigmatic and compelling parables have fascinated their hearers since he first uttered them, and during the intervening centuries these parables have produced a multitude of interpretations...
Description
Jesus's enigmatic and compelling parables have fascinated their hearers since he first uttered them, and during the intervening centuries these parables have produced a multitude of interpretations. This accessibly written book explores the varying interpretations of Jesus's parables across two millennia to demonstrate how powerfully they continue to challenge people's hearts, minds, and imaginations. It covers more than fifty imaginative receptions from different eras, perspectives, and media, showing how the use of Jesus's parables affects society and culture and offering a richer appreciation for Jesus's most striking teachings.
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Other Format |
| ISBN |
9780801049996 |
| PRICE |
$32.00 (USD)
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| PAGES |
320
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Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Other Format |
| ISBN |
9780801049996 |
| PRICE |
$32.00 (USD)
|
| PAGES |
320
|
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