Imitating Jesus: An Inclusive Approach to New Testament Ethics

by Richard A. Burridge

Book Overview

In contrast to many studies of New Testament ethics, which treat the New Testament in general and Paul in particular, this book focuses on the person of Jesus himself. Richard Burridge maintains that imitating Jesus means following both his words -- which are very demanding ethical teachings -- and his deeds and example of being inclusive and accepting of everyone.

Burridge carefully and systematically traces that combination of rigorous ethical...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802844588
• ISBN13: 9780802844583
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
• Length: 490 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.6" x 9.6"