Michele A. Connolly

The Narrative Integrity of Mark 13:24–27

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this insightful study, Peter Bolt uses reader-response criticism to demonstrate that Mark 13 is integral to the Gospel narrative. Responding critically to the interpretive debates on Mark 13:24–27, Bolt shows convincingly how Mark’s dramatic narrative reveals his theology of the Messiah, crucified and risen. Bolt argues incisively that the Markan narrative makes sense in itself, both literarily and theologically. From this academic study, the Markan call to discipleship emerges with clarion voice.”