Memory, Jesus, and the Synoptic Gospels (Society of Biblical Literature, 59)

McIver, Robert K.

ISBN 10: 1589835603 / ISBN 13: 9781589835603

Published by Society of Biblical Literature, 2011

The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR009970621

Synopsis:

Before they were written in the Gospels, the teachings and deeds of Jesus were preserved in human memory—with all its frailties and strengths—for perhaps as long as 30 to 60 years. Much can happen to traditions preserved in memories for so long, and this groundbreaking work addresses the impact that the qualities of human memory would have had on the traditions of the historical Jesus found in the Synoptic Gospels. It uses the insights gained from over a century of psychological experimentation to investigate the qualities and potential reliability of individual and collective memories underlying the various elements that make up the Gospel traditions.

About the Author: Robert K. McIver is Associate Professor of Biblical Studies and Head of School of Ministry and Theology at Avondale College of Higher Education in Cooranbong, Australia. He is the editor of Avondale Academic Press and the author of a number of academic articles and several books, including The Four Faces of Jesus (Pacific Press).

Bibliographic Details

Title: Memory, Jesus, and the Synoptic Gospels (...
Publisher: Society of Biblical Literature
Publication Date: 2011
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good