Patrick Hartin

Insights from Cultural Anthropology

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Insights into Cultural Anthropology is not another method, alongside so many other methods, for interpreting the Bible! Instead, Karl Kuhn provides the reader with a foundational approach to interpreting the Bible that closes a serious lacuna in biblical scholarship. At every stage of this work, Kuhn illustrates how cultural anthropology and its models provide essential insights for interpreting and understanding the biblical text that “refine the aim of interpreters to make sense of the biblical texts within their own social and historical contexts.” The beauty of this work lies in the way Kuhn introduces the reader to an understanding of cultural anthropology, and how he applies the insights that emerge from cultural anthropology to illuminate the interpretation of specific biblical texts.”

Living Faith

Theology

“The outstanding feature of Robert Plummer’s study Living Faith is its combination of scholarly depth and pastoral insight. He reveals the letter of James as ‘a faithful recapitulation of Jesus’s teachings,’ emphasizing the necessity for true believers to demonstrate a living faith through observable acts of obedience and love. The first two chapters are true gems, particularly insightful, enriching readers’ understanding and appreciation of the letter. Plummer’s work is invaluable and most timely.”

The Letter of James

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“"In his most recent work, John P. Heil offers a decided contribution to studies on the Letter of James. Based on previous research into chiastic structures within a number of New Testament letters . . . Heil demonstrates similar chiastic structures within the Letter of James. Heil takes seriously James's oral performance as a sermon delivered within the context of a worshipping community. This study offers unique insight into the Letter of James through its call to practice a holistic way of worship.”