Author

Publication

2015 - Cambridge University Press

Language

English

Word Count

108,500 words, Guess

Page Count

434 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-139781107677678
  • ISBN-10110767767X
  • Library of Congress Control Number2015020957
  • OCLC Control Number910424372
  • Better World Books9781107677678
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Classifications

  • LCCBS2585.53.B63 2015
  • LCCBS2585.53 .B63 2015

Description

This volume provides a comprehensive, accessible introduction to the Gospel of Mark, now widely considered the first recorded treatment of Jesus. Darrell Bock explains how this text, once the least-used gospel, came to be regarded as the starting point for understanding Jesus. Drawing together previous arguments and discussion in a constructive summary, he traces the significance of Mark and addresses key features such as its cultural and historical background, its narrative flow, and the role of Greek in supplying meaning. This commentary highlights the issues Mark's gospel raises and develops Mark's message surrounding Jesus' claims of kingdom authority and salvation, the call to disciples to follow him, and the preparation of those disciples to face suffering in light of their choice. Mark will be a valuable resource for students, teachers, and pastors alike.

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Other Editions

  • MarkCambridge University Press2015-01-01

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