Douglas S. Huffman Books

This up-to-date introduction to the study of the New Testament's use of the Old Testament surveys the current state of the discipline, participates in the scholarly conversation, illuminates the New Testament writers' respect for Old Testament contexts, proposes advances, and provides resources for further work in the field. Senior scholar Douglas Huffman suggests a way beyond the impasse about the terminology used by scholars in the discipline. He offers a new approach to identifying and interpreting Old Testament quotations, allusions, and echoes by exploring not just the forms but also the features, framings, and functions of the New Testament use of the Old Testament. The book offers an analysis of the New Testament's use of the Old Testament in Luke-Acts as a model for examining one New Testament author's use of Scripture.

Focusing on the Acts of the Apostles, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of the first-century context surrounding Jesus' story. It examines the early church's development and its relevance to contemporary faith, providing insights into how the narrative of Jesus persists in modern times. Through this survey, readers gain a deeper understanding of the historical and theological implications of the events described in Acts.

Focusing on the construction of prohibitions in first-century Greek, this volume applies advancements in verbal aspect theory and linguistic approaches to enhance scholarly understanding. It delves into the grammatical phenomena of ancient languages, particularly as they pertain to the New Testament, offering refined insights into the verbal system of that era.

Usable Greek helps for all New Testament students, from novice to veteran