The Resurrection of Jesus in the Gospel of by Jeremiah J. Johnston PAPERBACK

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Explore the historical and theological significance of the Akhmim Gospel Fragment in "The Resurrection of Jesus in the Gospel of Peter: A Tradition-Historical Study of the Akhmim Gospel Fragment" by Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston. This insightful book delves into the debated account of Jesus' resurrection, focusing on the discovery and impact of the Akhmim fragment, a text that purports to detail the resurrection moment. Dr. Johnston meticulously examines the fragment's historical context, arguing for its dating to the second century AD. Discover its connections to contemporary developments in anti-Semitic sentiment and evolving concepts of the afterlife, and understand its role in shaping these crucial theological movements. Key Features: * Tradition-historical study of the Akhmim Gospel Fragment * Analysis of the fragment's impact on second-century biblical scholarship * Argument for the fragment's dating to the second century AD * Exploration of connections to Second Temple Judaism and the development of 'orthodox' theology This comprehensive study is invaluable for scholars of Second Temple Judaism and anyone interested in the origins of biblical theology. Product Summary: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC - The Resurrection of Jesus in the Gospel of Peter (A Tradition-Historical Study of the Akhmîm Gospel Fragment) - Paperback - English - 2018