Darrell L. Bock is a leading New Testament scholar whose work focuses on a deep understanding of biblical texts. His research illuminates key theological questions and historical contexts, contributing to a richer interpretation of scripture. Bock's academic approach examines the intricacies of early Christianity and its literary legacy. His analyses are invaluable for anyone interested in the origins and significance of biblical messages.
Focusing on the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem, this contemporary analysis offers a structured examination of the Gospel of Luke. It provides insights into key events, including the Last Supper and the resurrection, making it a valuable resource for scholars, ministers, and educators seeking a deeper understanding of this biblical text.
The commentary offers a clear and engaging analysis of the literature on Acts, balancing accessibility with scholarly discussion. Bock's critical approach not only synthesizes existing research but also introduces his own insights, ensuring the work will remain a valuable resource for years to come.
The historical-cultural context of Jesus's trial is critically examined, focusing on the Marcan account of the Jewish examination. Darrell Bock argues for the authenticity of Mark's depiction by exploring Jewish perspectives on blasphemy and exaltation. This analysis contributes to the ongoing scholarly debate surrounding the reasons behind Jesus's crucifixion, emphasizing the importance of understanding the cultural and religious frameworks of the time.
Updated Edition of a Bestselling Study of Jesus and the Gospels In this work Darrell Bock, a leading evangelical New Testament scholar who speaks and teaches around the world, and Benjamin Simpson show that a coherent portrait of Jesus emerges from the four Gospels when they are taken seriously as historical documents. When read together, the Gospels provide a clear picture of Jesus and his unique claims to authority. This book surveys all the Gospel units and relates them to their parallel passages, showing how the literary and canonical relationships work. Offering up-to-date interaction with the latest discussions about Jesus, the second edition has been substantially revised and updated throughout and includes three new chapters on how we got the Gospels.
Using a carefully defined approach to historical Jesus studies and historical method, this collection of essays examines twelve key events in the life of Jesus that were part of a decade-long collaborative research project. Each essay examines the case for the event's authenticity and then explores the social and cultural background to the event to provide an understanding of the event's historical significance. The first six events are related to the public ministry context of Jesus, mostly associated with his Galilean ministry, while latter six events involve his final days in Jerusalem. The final essay closes with suggestions about how these events cohere and what they can tell us about what Jesus did.
Unlike Paul's letters to the Galatians or the Corinthians, the letter to the Ephesians contains almost no clues about the situation and issues its recipients faced. Nevertheless, the letter vividly depicts how God's will revealed in Christ reorients believers' lives toward unity, mutual respect, submission, and love--in short, new life in Christ, relying on his power and strength. In this Tyndale Commentary, Darrell Bock shows how this precious jewel of a letter combines gospel doctrine, enablement, and exhortation to life. The Tyndale Commentaries are designed to help the reader of the Bible understand what the text says and what it means. The Introduction to each book gives a concise but thorough treatment of its authorship, date, original setting, and purpose. Following a structural Analysis, the Commentary takes the book section by section, drawing out its main themes, and also comments on individual verses and problems of interpretation. Additional Notes provide fuller discussion of particular difficulties. In the new New Testament volumes, the commentary on each section of the text is structured under three headings: Context, Comment, and Theology. The goal is to explain the true meaning of the Bible and make its message plain.
The book presents findings from a decade-long study aimed at bridging the gap between the historical figure of Jesus and the theological interpretations of Christ. It provides concrete evidence and insights that challenge conventional beliefs, inviting readers to explore the interplay between history and faith.
In an easy-to-understand writing style, bestselling author and New Testament expert Bock examines the claims about missing "secret" gospels and other early forms of Christianity.
