The Content and the Setting of the Gospel Tradition

Bringing together the internationally recognized excellence of Macquarie University faculty -- renowned for their knowledge of the New Testament's Greco-Roman background -- and the theological expertise of scholars affiliated with the Australian College of Theology, this book provides a major, integrated, and distinctively Australian contribution to the study of the content and setting of the New Testament Gospels.

Seventeen scholars here delve into the archaeology, the manuscripts, and the political, social, and religious context of the Gospels, as well as their place and use in the early churches. Even more, however, they offer in-depth, in-context examinations of Jesus' life and ministry as recounted in the Gospels.

Contributors:

Evelyn Ashley

Scott D. Charlesworth

Johan Ferreira

Chris Forbes

Greg W. Forbes

Mark Harding

Timothy J. Harris

James R. Harrison

Theresa Yu Chui Siang Lau

Erica A. Mathieson

Robert K. McIver

Alanna Nobbs

Brian Powell

Van Shore

Ian K. Smith

Murray J. Smith

Stephen Voorwinde