Joseph A. Fitzmyer

Enoch and the Messiah Son of Man

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This stout volume contains thirty-four well-written essays on the so-called Parables of Enoch (1 Enoch 37-71). The essays summarize the discussions of the Third Enoch Seminar held at Camaldoli in Italy in the summer of 2005. They show convincingly that the Parables were indeed an integral part of 1 Enoch already in pre-Christian Palestinian Judaism and that the mention of a mysterious figure in them called 'Messiah' and 'Son of Man' forms a critical element in the history of ideas. All who are interested in the history of Second Temple Judaism and in the use of such titles for Jesus of Nazareth in the New Testament writings will welcome this important publication.”

Judaism of the Second Temple Period

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This translation of collected essays of David Flusser on Judaism of the Second Temple Period is a very welcome addition to the study of the Dead Sea Scrolls. It discusses many aspects of the relation of Qumran literature to later Jewish writings and even to the Christian writings of the New Testament. All who make use of this book will profit from Flusser's learned and thorough treatment of such texts.”

Mark

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Robert H. Stein has composed an excellent commentary on Mark 1:1–16:8. He explains well the purpose and structure of the Gospel, discusses in detail its problematic verses, judiciously selects views of other commentators, and explains why he thinks the Gospel ends at 16:8. Hence Stein’s commentary will be a precious vade mecum for pastors and preachers, students of the New Testament, and teachers in biblical studies.”

Paul and the Parousia

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“"Paul and the Parousia is a comprehensive study of the passages in the letters of Paul that deal with the second coming of Christ. Plevnik has done a thorough job in his study of them. His discussion copes with other modern interpretations and invariably makes the right choices. For students and pastors who want to know more about the Apostle's view of Christ's Parousia, this book will be of great help.”

The Historical Jesus of the Gospels

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“With critical acumen, Craig Keener presents a comprehensive account of the study of the historical Jesus. It will be a boon for all readers -- inquisitive laypeople, pastors, students of the Gospels, and biblical colleagues.”

The Text of the New Testament in Contemporary Research

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This collection of essays, written by a group of outstanding scholars, presents a remarkable survey of contemporary research on the Greek text of the New Testament. It treats not only the papyri, manuscripts, and early versions but also the patristic witnesses to the text, and it discusses well all the modern methods and tools used in the textual study of the New Testament. One could not look for a better survey of these topics.”

The Way of Salvation

Theology

“A remarkable book indeed! A long overdue, yet comprehensive recognition of Paul's teaching about the obedience of faith and the relation of good deeds to the full justification of the Christian who is saved. I recommend it highly to all who are interested in Pauline theology.”

The Writings of the New Testament

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This third edition of Johnson's interpretive introduction to the writings of the New Testament is an excellent vade mecum for all readers of that Testament—for general readers, college students, and teachers of biblical studies.”