The Gospel of Luke

This volume surfaces distinct historical claims, nuanced theological conclusions, and a mutual respect in an area where disagreement often results in consignment to hell.

Amy-Jill Levine (Author), Ben Witherington, III (Author)

9780521859509, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 28 June 2018

720 pages
23.5 x 15.8 x 4 cm, 1.1 kg

'… L[evine] and W[itherington] have gifted us with a magnificent work that will stand as a hallmark of Lucan scholarship for some time to come.' Gary Gilbert, The Catholic Biblical Quarterly

This volume offers a comprehensive overview of one of the four New Testament gospels and brings a unique approach to the genre of Bible commentary. Featuring distinct Jewish and Christian voices in respectful conversation, Amy-Jill Levine and Ben Witherington, III methodologically break new ground in exploring why scholars disagree on questions of history (what actually happened, what is authorial invention, how do we address different versions of the same account), literature (what does this story tell us about Jesus and Peter, Mary Magdalene and Judas, among other characters), and theology (what can we say about resurrection and divine justice, or about Jesus as the Messiah). They show how Luke has been used to create both tragedy and hope, as well as to promote sexism, anti-semitism, and religious intolerance, thereby raising important questions regarding ethically responsible interpretation. This volume will be essential reading for theologians, clergy, and anyone interested in biblical studies and Jewish/Christian dialogue.

Introduction
Luke 1
Luke 2
Luke 3
Luke 4
Luke 5
Luke 6
Luke 7
Luke 8
Luke 9
Luke 10
Luke 11
Luke 12
Luke 13
Luke 14
Luke 15
Luke 16
Luke 17
Luke 18
Luke 19
Luke 20
Luke 21
Luke 22
Luke 23
Luke 24
Select bibliography
Index.

Subject Areas: Theology [HRLB], Christian theology [HRCM], Biblical commentaries [HRCG1], New Testaments [HRCF2], Religious issues & debates [HRAM]