Tobias Nicklas

Belief and Unbelief in the Ancient World

World Religions

“Compiled by a creative group of emerging scholars, this book offers fresh perspectives on ancient discourses on belief and unbelief, Christian and beyond. A fascinating collection that discusses interesting sources, offers innovative approaches, and provides new insights.”

From Slave to Saint

History & Biography

“We do not know very much about the historical Onesimus, a Christian slave mentioned in Paul’s epistle to Philemon. The literary figure of Onesimus, however, has had—and continues to have—a fascinating afterlife. To trace the story of the remembered (and, in part, abused) slave Onesimus, Chance Bonar not only brings little-known apocryphal and parabiblical traditions to light, but also presents modern debates surrounding Onesimus, illuminates their historical context, and thus describes the breathtaking journey of a character who has grown increasingly complex over the course of history. Outstanding!”

The Apocryphal Gospels

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“I do not know a better guide through the fascinating world of the apocryphal gospels than Schröter. His learned book is very well written, easily accessible, and at the same time absolutely up-to-date—a wonderful introduction into almost-unknown yet important writings which offer different views on Jesus and the varied worlds of his early followers. Students and scholars will read it with great profit.”

The Doctrine of Addai and the Letters of Jesus and Abgar

History & Biography

“Jacob Lollar, one of the most competent experts in Syriac studies of his generation, not only offers us a careful translation and a very helpful introduction into the so-called Doctrine of Addai, but his volume also opens a door into the wider world of Syriac apocrypha. I am sure this book will make a fascinating text available to many fascinated readers.”

The Lamb Christology of the Apocalypse of John

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“An important contribution to the study of the Apocalypse!”

Words Are Not Enough

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This book is a game changer! As exegetes we are mainly interested in what we call the New Testament text(s). But a Bible is so much more—material, binding, titles, introductions, images, and marginalia—and all this influences our reading and understanding. It is time to change the field of biblical studies. Garrick Allen’s fascinating and very readable book opens the door.”