| The Apocryphal Acts of the Apostles: An Introduction Contributor(s): Klauck, Hans-Josef (Author) |
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ISBN: 1602581592 ISBN-13: 9781602581593 Publisher: Baylor University Press OUR PRICE: $44.54 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2008 Annotation: Overview of the apocryphal acts of the apostles, exploring the theological and narrative content and the relationship among the works and between the apocryphal writings and the New Testament. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christianity - General - Religion | Biblical Studies - Bible Study Guides - Religion | Christian Living - Leadership & Mentoring |
| Dewey: 229.925 |
| LCCN: 2008010621 |
| Physical Information: 0.91" H x 6.32" W x 8.9" (1.01 lbs) 310 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A great deal has happened in recent decades in the study of the Apocryphal Acts, and the field of apocryphal literature is incredibly broad. A reader looking for a current, general, and concise introduction to the subject will welcome this book. Klauck not only offers an excellent introduction to the topic of the Apocryphal Acts but also a useful resource for understanding the complex relations between these works themselves and to the canonical books. The book discusses both the main apocryphal Acts, such as the Acts of John, Paul, and Peter, and the more recent works, including the Acts of Philip, Bartholomew, and Matthew. For each chapter Klauck offers a explanation of the background and the structure for each of the works presented, and a detailed analysis of the content, and a bibliography all while incorporating the results of the most current international research. |
