Nancy Lane

The Building Blocks of the Earliest Gospel

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Bellinzoni invites study groups on a splendid journey, preparing them for informed discussion of the multiple sources and story forms used by the Gospel of Mark’s author. Understanding their use helps us distinguish what are Jesus’ authentic teachings, historical facts, and teachings of the nascent church. Readers are invited to struggle with Mark’s deeper meaning in order to hear his proclamation of the good news, summed up in Jesus’ commandment to love God and one’s neighbor.”