Biblical Theology: The Convergence of the Canon

Ben Witherington III explores the theology of the Old and New Testaments, showing how the writers' symbolic universe, historical contexts, and intellectual worlds shaped their narratives to reveal God's character and action. He presents a progressive revelation approach, allowing each part of the canon to be read in its original context and with its original meaning.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 504 pages
Publication date: 04 July 2019
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Ben Witherington III delves into the intricate tapestry of Biblical Theology, exploring the profound theology of both the Old and New Testaments as a unified whole. He goes beyond mere descriptions of meticulously crafted Old and New Testament theologies, unveiling the underlying ideas that render the Bible a sacred and coherent masterpiece. Witherington employs a distinctive methodology in his study, beginning with an examination of the writers' symbolic universe, delving into their beliefs and assumptions about God and how they intricately woven these concepts into the narratives of the Old and New Testaments. He further reveals how the historical contexts and intellectual milieus of the Old and New Testaments shaped their narratives, creating a vast and coherent Biblical world view that progressively unveils the character and actions of God. Thus, the Yahweh of the Old Testament, the Son incarnated in the Gospels, and the Father, Son, and Spirit expressed in the New Testament writings are seen as integral facets of the singular divine identity. Witherington's progressive revelation approach enables each part of the canon to be read in its original context and with its original intended meaning, allowing for a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Bible's timeless wisdom.

Weight: 962g
Dimension: 249 x 181 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108712682