Who is Jesus? Why is He Important?
An Invitation to the New Testament
Published on 1. April 1999
Book
Paperback/Softback
212 pages
978-1-58051-053-0 (ISBN)
Description
Finally, an introduction to the New Testament for everyone!
Focusing on the most basic Christian message, Who Is Jesus? Why Is He Important? leads readers step-by-step through the entire New Testament. One of the world's leading authorities on Scripture, Father Harrington artfully synthesizes the best of contemporary scholarship, placing it in dialogue with deeply personal and pastoral concerns. No matter how familiar you are with the New Testament-from beginner to professional-this is a reliable guide that seeks honest answers to complex questions.
Focusing on the most basic Christian message, Who Is Jesus? Why Is He Important? leads readers step-by-step through the entire New Testament. One of the world's leading authorities on Scripture, Father Harrington artfully synthesizes the best of contemporary scholarship, placing it in dialogue with deeply personal and pastoral concerns. No matter how familiar you are with the New Testament-from beginner to professional-this is a reliable guide that seeks honest answers to complex questions.
Reviews / Votes
Students, catechists, and searchers should place this book on their bookshelves right next to the New Testament itself. -- Dr. Raymond Collins, The Catholic University of AmericaMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 127 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
246 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-58051-053-0 (9781580510530)
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Person
Daniel J. Harrington, SJ (1940-2014), was professor of New Testament at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry. He was the author of a number of books, including How Do Catholics Read the Bible? and, with James F. Keenan, Jesus and Virtue Ethics.