An Introduction to the New Testament (Classic Reprint)

Unlock the history behind the New Testament In An Introduction to the New Testament, this approachable guide explains how scholars understand the formation of the canon, authorship, and the sequence of events.It surveys the early church, its writings, and the methods used to study them. The book highlights how evidence, dates, and textual traditions shape our view of the New Testament’s origins without getting lost in jargon. Readers will gain a clear sense of the big questions and the key debates that have guided scholarship for over a century. How scholars determine dates and authorship for various books How early Christian writings were collected into a canon Differences between Pauline letters, Hebrews, and Johannine writings Major critical approaches and how they influence interpretationIdeal for readers of biblical history and introductory study, this edition provides a solid foundation for understanding the New Testament’s formation and its ongoing scholarly discussion. Read more