
- 355 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Understand the Life of Jesus in Cultural Context
Discover a deeper, richer understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus with Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes by renowned scholar Kenneth Bailey. This book invites readers to see Jesus through the lens of his historical and cultural context, lifting away the layers of Western interpretation that have shaped modern perspectives. From Jesus' birth to his parables, from the Beatitudes to his relationships, Bailey helps readers remove modern Western interpretations to see Jesus as he was understood in his own time, offering readers a kaleidoscopic view of the person of Jesus that is simultaneously ancient and refreshingly new.
In Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes, you'll find
- Cultural Insight: Gain a deeper understanding of Jesus within his Middle Eastern context, removing Western cultural blinders.
- A Transformational Perspective: Be inspired to read the Gospels with renewed clarity and depth, seeing Jesus in the light of his historical and cultural setting.
- An Essential Addition to Your Library: Whether you're familiar with Bailey's work or reading him for the first time, this volume is a must-have for any student of the New Testament.
Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes is a valuable resource for anyone passionate about studying the New Testament and the life of Jesus deeply and meaningfully. Explore Jesus' story as it was meant to be seen and enrich your spiritual study with this compelling, context-driven approach.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Preface
- Introduction
- Part One: The Birth of Jesus
- Part Two: The Beatitudes
- Part Three: The Lord’s Prayer
- Part Four: Dramatic Actions of Jesus
- Part Five: Jesus and Women
- Part Six: Parables of Jesus
- Notes
- Bibliography
- Index of Modern Authors
- Index of Early Jewish Sources
- Index of Middle Eastern Arabic and Syriac Christian Authors
- Index of Arabic, Armenian, Coptic and Syriac Versions of the Gospels
- Index of Greek and Latin Authors
- Index of Figures
- Scripture Index
- About the Author
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