Terence L. Donaldson

Divine Wrath and Salvation in Matthew

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Matthew's Gospel has often been read as a story of rejection and replacement—the rejection of the Jews for their rejection of Jesus, and the replacement of Israel by the (largely or exclusively) gentile church. In this brilliant and groundbreaking work, Anders Runesson tackles this 'gentile bias' reading of Matthew head-on. Moreover, he does so by focusing on an element that has often played a central role in such anti-Jewish readings—the heightened emphasis on divine judgment in the First Gospel. With Divine Wrath and Salvation in Matthew, Runesson takes his place at the forefront of a growing group of scholars who want to repatriate Matthew—to read the First Gospel from a position 'within Judaism' rather than within gentile ecclesiasticism. Essential reading for all who are interested in the Synoptic Gospels, the question of anti-Judaism in the New Testament, and related matters.”

In the Seat of Moses

World Religions

“I wish this book had been available when I was a graduate student, but I’m grateful to have it even now. With the skill of a master teacher, Lightstone guides his readers into the arcane world of rabbinic legal discourse—from the Mishnah to the Babylonian Talmud—by identifying the literary patterns and rhetorical structures that undergird it. An invaluable vade mecum, for novice students and seasoned non-specialists alike.”

Mark

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This is exactly the kind of commentary I would want to put in the hands of students who have taken my introductory course on the Gospels and are eager to go deeper. Beavis has already established herself as a careful reader of Mark's Gospel, and here she skillfully guides less-experienced readers into an informed engagement with Mark's dramatic story of Jesus as it unfolds from beginning to end. The guidance she provides into the narrative flow of the Gospel is enriched by a variety of other elements, including maps and sidebars, insights into the first-century world, carefully chosen excerpts from commentators ancient and modern, and bracing theological reflection. Warmly recommended.”

Whom God Has Called

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“"As with any fundamental shift in perspective, the 'new perspective on Paul' has brought with it a new set of puzzles and problems. Of these, none is more puzzling or problematical than the significance of 'Israel' for Paul. In this excellent book, Zoccali provides us with a very helpful description of the variety of interpretation among contemporary scholars and a penetrating analysis of the key points of exegetical debate. A very welcome contribution.”