The Love of Enemy and Nonretaliation in the New Testament

The essays in this irenic book explore two pervasive New Testament teachings that are foundational to peace: Jesus' commands to love enemies and not to retaliate against those who do evil. These themes are covered from a variety of perspectives, showing the impact of Jesus' teaching throughout the New Testament.

Author: Willard M. Swartley
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Published: 11/01/1992
Pages: 356
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.06h x 6.02w x 1.05d
ISBN: 9780664253547

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 11/15/1992

About the Author
Swartley, Willard M.: - Willard M. Swartley is the author of Slavery, Sabbath, War, and Women: Case Issues in Biblical Interpretation; Homosexuality: Biblical Interpretation and Moral Discernment; and Send Forth Your Light: A Vision for Peace, Mission, and Worship.