Collected Essays on the Gospel According to Mark

Focusing on the interpretation of the Gospel of Mark, this collection features essays by Adela Yarbro Collins that explore various themes, including the genre of Mark, the passion narrative, and the implications of Jesus's death. Key analyses include the miracle of walking on water, the title "Son of God," and Jesus's actions in the temple. The significance of the empty tomb and the cultural contexts surrounding Mark's writing are also examined, shedding light on the envisioned resurrected life of Jesus and his Jewish identity.