The Cross & the Prodigal: Luke 15 Through the Eyes of Middle Eastern Peasants

by Kenneth E. Bailey

Book Overview

Kenneth E. Bailey draws on his expertise in both the New Testament and Middle Eastern culture to interpret the parable of the prodigal son from a Middle Eastern perspective. When we approach it with the correct cultural lens, Bailey argues, the parable's true Christological character is revealed.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0830832815
• ISBN13: 9780830832811
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: IVP
• Length: 151 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

This book gave me insight into differences between eastern and western culture and thinking.

I am very glad I read this. I never would have understood the prodigal son like I do now!