Thomas, John Christopher
The Apocalypse: A Literary and Theological Commentary
- ISBN 13:
- 9781935931270
- author:
- Thomas, John Christopher
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- CPT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 736
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 3.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Religion, Bible, Commentaries,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A fresh reading of the Apocalypse, shaped by decades of research and writing. Pentecostal biblical scholar John Christopher Thomas offers a distinctive literary and theological analysis of this visionary text, engaging with critical scholarship while prioritizing its world and audience. This commentary is the result of Thomas' engagement with local worshipping communities, scholarly audiences, and academic settings around the globe. It reflects the heart of Pentecostal theology and spirituality, marking a significant transition in Pentecostal approaches to the Apocalypse. By examining the text's literary, intertextual, and theological aspects, Thomas seeks to discern its effect on the hearers of this text. This extensive reading of the Apocalypse is now available as a major contribution to Pentecostal scholarship and biblical commentary.