Thomas, John Christopher

The Apocalypse: A Literary and Theological Commentary

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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
£31.01

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.

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