Studies in Pharisaism and the Gospels: Volume 1

Originally published in 1917, this book applies Jewish approaches to Scripture to New Testament texts.

I. Abrahams (Author)

9781107417953, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 24 July 2014

190 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.1 cm, 0.29 kg

Originally published in 1917, this book applies Jewish approaches to Scripture to New Testament texts in order to balance the teaching of Jesus with that of Pharasaic Judaism. Abrahams heavily references C. G. Montefiore's two-volume commentary on the Synoptic Gospels, and delves deeply into the historical background to many of the key stories and events of the Gospels, such as ancient divorce and the importance of fasting. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the Jewish context of the Gospels.

1. The freedom of the synagogue
2. The greatest commandment
3. John the Baptist
4. Pharisaic baptism
5. The dove and the voice
6. Leaven
7. Publicans and sinners
8. 'Give unto Caesar'
9. First century divorce
10. Widows' houses
11. The cleansing of the temple
12. The parables
13. Disease and miracle
14. Poverty and wealth
15. The children
16. Fasting
17. The Sabbath
18. The personal use of the term messiah
19. God's forgiveness
20. Man's forgiveness
21. The life of the resurrection
Index of names and subjects
Index of New Testament passages.

Subject Areas: Biblical studies & exegesis [HRCG]