The New Testament: A Very Short Introduction

by Luke Timothy Johnson

Book Overview

As ancient literature and a cornerstone of the Christian faith, the New Testament has exerted a powerful religious and cultural impact. But how much do we really know about its origins? Who were the people who actually wrote the sacred texts that became part of the Christian Bible? The New Testament: A Very Short Introduction authoritatively addresses these questions, offering a fresh perspective on the underpinnings of this profoundly influential...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199735700
• ISBN13: 9780199735709
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 4.3" x 6.8"