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he time between the conquests of Alexander the Great and the Maccabaean wars is one of the obscurest periods of Jewish history. Yet it is vitally important for our understanding of Judaism in the period up to and including the New Testament era because it was then that the foundations of first-century Judaism were being laid. In his now classic - and encyclopaedic - study/tic/aim and Hellenism, Martin Hengel demonstrated how Greek influence on Judaism at this stage was far greater than has usually been supposed, and painted a fascinating picture of a hitherto unexplored culture. Here, in a much slimmer book, he summarizes the results of that larger volume and in some aspects takes it further. First he outlines the history of Palestine from Alexander's expedition to the death of Antiochus III in 187 BC. He then shows the political, social and cultural features of the Hellenistic world, asking in particular how it was possible for a non-Greek to become accepted in it. Finally, he explores the development of Judaism in the various countries of the Diaspora and in Palestine itself.

Building on the conviction of ethics of hope, this title states that Christian existence and social matters are inextricably tied together in the political sphere. It unfolds author's ethics in light of eschatology, clearly distinguishing it from prior and competing visions of Christian ethics.

Written in an easy and accessible style, this book takes musicals seriously from a spiritual, theological and philosophical point of view.

In this book controversial New Testament sch olar Gerd Ludemann investigates all the references in the wr itings of the earliest church and the rival Jewish sources o n the subject of Jesus'' birth and the idyll of the Holy Fami ly '

One of the most fascinating studies to appear from the German-speaking theological world in modern times.

Concilium has long been a household-name for cutting-edge critical and constructive theological thinking. Past contributors include leading Catholic scholars such as Hans Küng, Gregory Baum and Edward Schillebeeckx, and the editors of the review belong to the international "who's who" in the world of contemporary theology.

"If all you know is the New Testament, you do not know the New Testament" - so the late New Testament scholar Martin Hengel is reputed to have said. According to the Scriptures considers the way in the New Testament writers utilized the Jewish Scriptures in order to describe, articulate and evaluate the death of Jesus, takes Hengel at his word.What Old Testament texts are quoted in the New Testament, how are they used and what might such analysis mean for the (contemporary) reader? Focusing in particular on the passion narratives in the Synoptic Gospels, According to the Scriptures seeks to engage with these questions. It will provide a useful new framework for thinking about why the early Church understood Jesus' death in terms of the Scriptures, what difference that understanding made, and what relevance that might have for us as we seek to make sense of the death of Jesus.Contents:1. Introduction2. The Old Testament in Mark's Passion3. The Old Testament in Matthew's Passion4. The Old Testament in Luke-Acts' Passion5. The Old Testament in John's Passion6. The Old Testament in Paul's Depiction of Jesus' Death7. The Old Testament in Hebrew's Passion8. The Old Testament in the 'Passion' of the Other New Testament Epistles9. Conclusion

How can Christians today truthfully recite the creed, identify themselves with it personally, and understand what they are saying? A clear and positive guide, 3 priests show what Christians have believed and can believe by the creed.

Completes the systematic theology which Moltmann began in 1980. Offers a rich discussion of belief in life after death, messianic eschatology and cosmic eschatology as advocated down history by its representatives.

New perspectives for all who are unaware that they read the Bible from a sighted point of view. Draws the different worlds of sight and blindness into a deeper understanding. A powerful contribution to the burgeoning interest in theologies of disability.

An introductory textbook looking at the twelve major world religious traditions. Each religion is considered in three equal parts: its history, beliefs and practices.

In this book, first issued in 1977, distinguished Old Testament scholars join forces to survey the history of the Old Testament period from earliest times to the Roman era. The present edition is a testimony to the book's enduring value and appeal.

A unique international collection of contributions in honour built around the three themes central to understanding the work of Ann Loades, Professor emerita of Durham University, a well known and well liked figure in contemporary western theology.

This text aims to be an inspirational resource for individuals and clergy. It is written in a down-to-earth way and with an enthusiasm aiming to inspire spirituality and faith among its readers.