The Gospel of John and Christian Theology

In recent years, the disciplines of biblical studies and systematic theology have grown apart and largely lost the means of effective communication with one another. Unfortunately, this relational disconnect affects more than just these particular fields of study; it impacts the life of the church as a whole. The first St. Andrews Conference on Scripture and Theology brought leading biblical scholars and systematic theologians together in conversation, seeking to bridge the gap between them.

Due to its profound influence on the development of Christian theology, John's Gospel is an ideal base for rekindling fruitful dialogue. The essays here -- taken from the inaugural conference -- consider this Gospel from many angles, addressing a number of key issues that arise from a theological discussion of this text: John's dualism in our pluralist context, historicity and testimony, the treatment of Judaism, Christology, and more.

-This is the beginning of a conversation that can only be enriched by variety and experimentation. . . . It is a signpost . . . pointing towards a not-too-distant future when interdisciplinary conversation and collaboration between these two natural partners will become, no longer occasional and surprising, but a normal and essential element in the flourishing of both.-
-- Richard Bauckham (from the introduction)

Contributors:

Paul N. Anderson
Stephen C. Barton
Richard Bauckham
D. Jeffrey Bingham
C. Stephen Evans
Terry Griffith
Martin Hengel
Kasper Bro Larsen
Tord Larsson
Judith Lieu
Andrew T. Lincoln
Jurgen Moltmann
Carl Mosser
Stephen Motyer
Murray Rae
Anastasia Scrutton
Marianne Meye Thompson
Sigve K. Tonstad
Alan J. Torrance
Miroslav Volf
Rowan Williams

Author: Richard Bauckham
Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Published: 02/01/2008
Pages: 404
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 9.11h x 6.27w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780802827173

Review Citation(s):
Christian Century 10/20/2009 pg. 22

About the Author
Mosser, Carl: - Carl Mosser is assistant professor of biblical studies atEastern University, St. Davids, Pennsylvania.Bauckham, Richard: - Richard Bauckham is professor emeritus of New Testament studies at the University of St. Andrews, Scotland, senior scholar at Ridley Hall, Cambridge, and a fellow of both the British Acad-emy and the Royal Society of Edinburgh. His many other books include Jesus and the God of Israel, Gospel Women, and Jesus: A Very Short Introduction.

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