Helen K. Bond (Editor), Larry W. Hurtado (Editor)
Peter in Early Christianity
- ISBN 13:
- 9780802871718
- author:
- Helen K. Bond (Editor), Larry W. Hurtado (Editor)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15.2 x 2.5 cm
- Genre:
- History, Religious History, Christianity
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Peter in Early Christianity by Helen K. Bond and Larry W. Hurtado is a fresh scholarly look at the apostle Peter's significance in early Christian history. Building on recent increased interest, nineteen internationally prominent scholars examine and reassess the historical Peter through analysis of New Testament texts and noncanonical literature. This comprehensive study offers a nuanced view of Peter, shedding light on his role in the early church and beyond. The contributors bring their expertise to bear on the subject, providing a rich and detailed exploration of Peter's life and legacy. By drawing on a range of sources, including canonical and non-canonical texts, this book provides a thorough understanding of Peter's place within the broader context of early Christian history.