Perspectives on Our Father Abraham: Essays in Honor of Marvin R. Wilson by Steve

Description: Perspectives on Our Father Abraham: Essays in Honor of Marvin R. Wilson by Steven A. Hunt Marvin R. Wilson has devoted much of his life to bringing Jews and Christians into dialogue with one another. His seminal text,Our Father Abraham - perhaps more than any other book -- has clearly shown a generation of Christians the Jewish roots of their faith.Perspectives on Our Father Abraham is a collection of thoughtful articles honoring Ma FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Marvin R. Wilson has devoted much of his life to bringing Jews and Christians into dialogue with one another. His seminal text,Our Father Abraham - perhaps more than any other book -- has clearly shown a generation of Christians the Jewish roots of their faith.Perspectives on Our Father Abraham is a collection of thoughtful articles honoring Marv Wilson on the occasion of his seventy-fifth birthday. Nineteen Jewish and Christian scholars -- friends of his and experts in their own fields -- here offer various studies related to the patriarch Abraham. Readers will profit from these engaging, even groundbreaking, studies of Abraham both in the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures and in other ancient and contemporary traditions.More than simply a Festschrift, this book encompasses a uniquely broad range of traditions having to do with Abraham. It also succeeds in the task that Wilson has always encouraged -- bringing Jews and Christians together in fruitful dialogue.Contributors:William B. BarcleyRebecca Gates BrintonR. Judson CarlbergRoy E. CiampaGordon D. FeeRoger J. GreenTed HildebrandtSteven A. HuntDavid KlatzkerJoAnn G. MagnusonDavid MathewsonJohn N. OswaltElaine PhillipsA. James RudinMark L. SargentH. G. M. WilliamsonLauren F. WinnerEdwin M. YamauchiDavid J. Zucker Author Biography Steven A. Hunt is professor of New Testament at Gordon College, Wenham, Massachusetts. Review Craig A. Evans-- Acadia Divinity College"Students, colleagues, and friends have assembled an outstanding collection of studies in honor of long-serving and widely respected Marvin Wilson. Perspectives on Our Father Abraham, a title that alludes to Wilsons landmark study, is a fitting tribute to a first-rate scholar and beloved classroom teacher. Everyone interested in biblical studies, the relationship of Jews and Christians, and, especially, the figure of Abraham in tradition and history will love this book." Tremper Longman III-- Westmont College"Perspectives on Our Father Abraham is a remarkable volume honoring a remarkable and influential teacher and writer. With a focus on Abraham, biblical scholars and clergy present insightful and provocative views that are sure to challenge and inform the readers of this volume. I highly recommend it." Sonia Schreiber Weitz-- The Holocaust Center, Boston North Inc."Continuing to fill our lives with his great wisdom and envisioning beautiful possibilities along the way, Marvin Wilson builds bridges of love between Christian and Jewish communities. As for me, a survivor of the Shoah, Marv restored my faith in humanity, and for that I am eternally grateful." Long Description Marvin R. Wilson has devoted much of his life to bringing Jews and Christians into dialogue with one another. His seminal text,Our Father Abraham - perhaps more than any other book -- has clearly shown a generation of Christians the Jewish roots of their faith.Perspectives on Our Father Abraham is a collection of thoughtful articles honoring Marv Wilson on the occasion of his seventy-fifth birthday. Nineteen Jewish and Christian scholars -- friends of his and experts in their own fields -- here offer various studies related to the patriarch Abraham. Readers will profit from these engaging, even groundbreaking, studies of Abraham both in the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures and in other ancient and contemporary traditions.More than simply a Festschrift, this book encompasses a uniquely broad range of traditions having to do with Abraham. It also succeeds in the task that Wilson has always encouraged -- bringing Jews and Christians together in fruitful dialogue.Contributors:William B. BarcleyRebecca Gates BrintonR. Judson CarlbergRoy E. CiampaGordon D. FeeRoger J. GreenTed HildebrandtSteven A. HuntDavid KlatzkerJoAnn G. MagnusonDavid MathewsonJohn N. OswaltElaine PhillipsA. James RudinMark L. SargentH. G. M. WilliamsonLauren F. WinnerEdwin M. YamauchiDavid J. Zucker Review Quote Craig A. Evans-- Acadia Divinity College"Students, colleagues, and friends have assembled an outstanding collection of studies in honor of long-serving and widely respected Marvin Wilson. "Perspectives on Our Father Abraham", a title that alludes to Wilsons landmark study, is a fitting tribute to a first-rate scholar and beloved classroom teacher. Everyone interested in biblical studies, the relationship of Jews and Christians, and, especially, the figure of Abraham in tradition and history will love this book."Tremper Longman III-- Westmont College""Perspectives on Our Father Abraham" is a remarkable volume honoring a remarkable and influential teacher and writer. With a focus on Abraham, biblical scholars and clergy present insightful and provocative views that are sure to challenge and inform the readers of this volume. I highly recommend it."Sonia Schreiber Weitz-- The Holocaust Center, Boston North Inc."Continuing to fill our lives with his great wisdom and envisioning beautiful possibilities along the way, Marvin Wilson builds bridges of love between Christian and Jewish communities. As for me, a survivor of the Shoah, Marv restored my faith in humanity, and for that I am eternally grateful." Details ISBN080286953X Short Title PERSPECTIVES ON OUR FATHER ABR Publisher William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company Language English ISBN-10 080286953X ISBN-13 9780802869531 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 222.110 Year 2012 Publication Date 2012-09-18 Pages 383 Author Steven A. Hunt Imprint William B Eerdmans Publishing Co Subtitle Essays in Honor of Marvin R. Wilson Place of Publication Grand Rapids Country of Publication United States Edited by Steven A. Hunt UK Release Date 2012-09-18 NZ Release Date 2012-09-18 US Release Date 2012-09-18 AU Release Date 2012-09-17 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:132333602;

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