The Parables of the Gospels in the Light of Modern Criticism
Hulsean Prize Essay, 1912

Originally published in 1913, this book discusses the gospels of Jesus and their perception in the light of contemporary critical developments.

Laurence E. Browne (Author)

9781107665019, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 29 May 2014

100 pages
20.3 x 12.7 x 0.6 cm, 0.12 kg

Originally published in 1913, this book presents the content of the Hulsean Prize Essay for 1912. The text provides a concise discussion of the gospels of Jesus and their perception in the light of contemporary critical developments, with particular reference to the works of Adolf Jülicher. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in biblical criticism and the parables of Jesus.

1. Similitude and allegory
2. The purpose of figurative speech
3. The nature of the parables of the synoptic gospels
4. The evangelists and parabolic teaching
5. The fourth gospel
6. Criticism of the parables
Index of scripture passages.

Subject Areas: Biblical studies & exegesis [HRCG]