Corneliu Constantineanu

Defining the New Testament Logia on Divorce and Remarriage in a Pluralistic Context

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Dr. Zhekov's book is an impressive piece of research addressing a very relevant, and yet sensitive issue of life--divorce and remarriage--offering a New Testament interpretation from a particular Protestant viewpoint. Reflecting a profound knowledge of, and solid interaction with, a broad spectrum of primary and secondary sources on the subject, the author argues for and qualifies a positive answer to the leading question underneath the entire study 'may Christians legitimately divorce and remarry and on what grounds?' The author proves himself a meticulous exegete as he offers a full discussion of each of the NT classical passages on marriage, divorce and remarriage: Mark 10:2-12; Matthew 5:31-32; 19:3-12; Luke 16:18 and 1 Corinthians 7:12-16. Using a combination of historical-critical and narrative approach to biblical texts the particular passages are carefully placed in their historical and literary contexts and are given a thorough exegesis with a view to establishing what they affirm (and do not affirm) about marriage, divorce and remarriage. In addition to the exegetical task, Dr. Zhekov has taken upon himself an overwhelming task, namely to offer an adequate treatment of a vast amount of literature related to marriage, divorce and remarriage in the Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and Protestant traditions. He succeeds in doing a detailed analysis of the most essential church documents, the leading exegetical interpretations of the key NT passages as presented by significant scholars in the field. This is an important book that responds to specific needs and challenges of the contemporary, pluralistic societies, particularly to the crises of the institution of marriage in today's world.”

The Forgotten Jesus and the Trinity You Never Knew

Theology

“A unique feature of this fascinating presentation of Jesus is its Trinitarian emphasis--the intimate relationship of Jesus with his Father in the Holy Spirit. This biblical presentation of Jesus in vivid images of interpersonal love is inspiring and relevant for the life of the church in the contemporary world. This book will greatly benefit church leaders and those engaged in Christian ministry who are looking for resources to enable them to present more effectively the Trinitarian Christ and the Christian message of forgiveness, reconciliation and liberation to a needy world. I wholeheartedly recommend this book.”