Ben Witherington III offers a comprehensive assessment of what scholars such as John Dominic Crossan, Marcus Borg, Burton Mack and the Jesus Seminar are really saying about Jesus.
Ben Witherington III Books
This author delves deeply into biblical texts, particularly the New Testament, offering readers a profound understanding of its historical context and original meanings. Their work is characterized by meticulous analysis and a quest to uncover the authentic voices and narratives within scripture. Through their insightful approach, they illuminate key figures and events, enriching the reader's comprehension of early Christian thought. Their writing is essential for those seeking a scholarly yet accessible exploration of foundational religious texts.
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The path of wisdom from Solomon to Jesus and from Jesus to the churchIn the early Jesus movement, wisdom in the person of Jesus was believed to have returned to heaven, exalted to the right hand of God, and to reign from there. But Jesus as wisdom had left both his legacy and his influence behind. The sayings of Jesus recorded in the Gospels reflect not only the influence of the Israelite wisdom traditions, but also the tradition of the personification of wisdom.In this provocative volume newly available in paperback, Ben Witherington provides both an introduction to Israel's wisdom traditions and insight into how Jesus and his sayings fit in that tradition. Beyond this, he demonstrates the on-going significance and influence of these traditions on other New Testament writings. He concludes that Jesus may be viewed primarily as a prophetic sage emphasizing instruction, insight, and humor in a vein counter to the dominant culture.
