In the Beginning Was the Word

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The exploration of the Prologue to the Gospel of John reveals its profound theological depth, as Anthony Esolen examines the interplay between the Apostle John's observations of Jesus and the broader Scriptural context. Esolen uniquely interprets the Hebrew/Aramaic roots of John's Greek, enhancing the text's poetic resonance. His extensive background in Christian poetry and Scripture allows him to illuminate the passage's significance, positioning John as a disciple who channels the essence of Christ's teachings into a transformative poetic expression.