Parallel Gospels: A Synopsis of Early Christian Writing

Parallel Gospels: A Synopsis of Early Christian Writing

<em>Parallel Gospels: A Synopsis of Early Christian Writing</em> is an indispensable guide that enables readers to examine more easily how and where the early Christian gospels--Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Thomas, and Q--agree and disagree. Using his own unique approach to translating the original Greek texts into English, Zeba A. Crook offers the most literal, word-for-word translation available, helping readers to compare the structure, order, style, theology, and vocabulary of each gospel with the others.<br><br><strong>FEATURES:</strong><br><br>* The word-for-word translation (one English word for every Greek word) allows readers who are not proficient in ancient languages to accurately compare the various versions of the gospels<br><br>* A detailed Introduction explains the purpose of this book, while a "How to Read a Synopsis" section outlines how to use it<br><br>* Synoptic Study Guides clarify and expand on concepts covered in the gospels and in biblical scholarship<br><br>* A Glossary of Greek Terms enables students to look up every English word in the translation and find the Greek word behind it<br><br>Ideal for university and seminary courses in the New Testament, the Gospels, the historical Jesus, and Christian origins/early Christianity, <em>Parallel Gospels</em> is also an invaluable resource for clergy and interested lay readers. <br><br><strong>PACKAGING & SAVINGS</strong><br><br>Consider packaging this book with <em>The New Testament: A Historical Introduction to the Early Christian Writings,</em> Fifth Edition, or <em>A Brief Introduction to the New Testament,</em> Second Edition, both by Bart D. Ehrman, for use in your course and SAVE YOUR STUDENTS 20%! Please contact your Oxford University Press sales representative at 800.280.0280 for details.<br>