An Introduction to the Study of Luke-Acts (T&T Clark Approaches to Biblical Studies) - Hardcover

Shillington, V. George

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 056765642X ISBN 13: 9780567656421

Publisher: Bloomsbury T&T Clark, 2015

Synopsis

V. George Shillington introduces readers to the text, texture and context of Luke-Acts in this tried and tested introduction, now in its second edition. Using various approaches currently practiced by biblical scholars Shillington outlines the methods of biblical interpretation and then shows how they might be applied to the texts in question.

Through historical criticism Shillington looks at and explains questions of authorship, the time and setting of the composition, sources and historical background. Taking a social-science approach he examines the society and culture of the time. Literary readings include narrative, socio-rhetorical, and audience-response approaches, while a theological reading asks how the literary texture and themes of Luke-Acts shape the convictions of Christian communities, past and present. Incorporating modern approaches in the field, Shillington looks at postcolonial and feminist criticism and how they have changed our understanding of these books. Each chapter concludes with a list of further relevant resources, and pertinent review questions. The text is accompanied by charts and diagrams to illustrate key points of language and structure.

About this title

About the Author

V. George Shillington is Professor Emeritus of Biblical and Theological Studies, Canadian Mennonite University, Winnipeg, Canada.

Edition details

• Publisher: Bloomsbury T&T Clark
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 056765642X
• ISBN 13: 9780567656421
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 184