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The New Testament in Its World: An Introduction to the History, Literature, and Theology of the First Christians

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Book Synopsis: Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A readable, one-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright. An ideal guide for students, The New Testament in Its World addresses the many difficult questions faced by those studying early Christianity, including:

What was the first century understanding of the Kingdom of God?
What is the meaning of the resurrection in its original context?
What were the Gospels, and how did they come about?
Who was Paul and why are his letters so controversial?

Written for both classroom and personal use, this book brings together decades of ground-breaking research, writing, and teaching into one volume. It presents the New Testament books—along with their subjects: Jesus and the early church—within the historical and social context of Second Temple Judaism and Greco-Roman politics and culture.

The New Testament in Its World allows you to recover the excitement of what it was like to live as Christians in the first or second centuries.

Features include:

Surveys of each New Testament book that discuss their significance and provides commentary on their contents, along with implications for the Christian life.
Major sections on the historical Jesus, the resurrection of Jesus, and Paul's chronology and theology.
Up-to-date discussions of textual criticism and the canonization of the New Testament.
Frequent illustrations, maps, charts, diagrams, and artwork provide additional explanations and insights.
A distillation of the life work of N. T. Wright on the New Testament with input from Michael Bird.

Also available are Video and Workbook companion resources (sold separately) to enhance learning and experience the world of the New Testament.

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Unlock the secrets of the New Testament with "The New Testament in Its World: An Introduction to the History, Literature, and Theology of the First Christians" by renowned scholar N. T. Wright. Take a journey back in time to the era of Jesus and the first Christians and discover the original context of the New Testament and early Christianity.

As a student or a curious individual, you may have burning questions about the Kingdom of God, the resurrection, the Gospels, or the controversial letters of Paul. This comprehensive one-volume introduction provides the answers you seek, backed by decades of groundbreaking research, writing, and teaching by N. T. Wright.

Reading "The New Testament in Its World" is like stepping into the shoes of early Christians. Navigate the historical and social context of Second Temple Judaism and Greco-Roman politics and culture. Immerse yourself in the significance of each New Testament book and gain valuable insights for your own Christian life.

With richly illustrated surveys, maps, charts, diagrams, and artwork, you'll find the complex concepts and ideas presented in a clear and engaging manner. The book also includes up-to-date discussions on textual criticism and the canonization of the New Testament, ensuring you stay current with the latest scholarly debates.

Don't miss out on the full experience of "The New Testament in Its World." Enhance your learning with the companion resources, including videos and workbooks, available separately. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the New Testament and fully immerse yourself in the world of the first Christians.

Get ready to embark on a transformative journey through the ancient world of the New Testament. Purchase your copy of "The New Testament in Its World: An Introduction to the History, Literature, and Theology of the First Christians" by N. T. Wright today and uncover the treasures of the past.

Click here to embrace the rich history of the New Testament and deepen your understanding of early Christianity.

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