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Matthew / Thomas G. Long.

By: Series: Westminster Bible companionPublisher: Louisville, Kentucky : Westminster John Knox Press, [1997]Copyright date: ©1997Edition: First editionDescription: xii, 331 pages ; 23 cmISBN:
  • 0664252575
  • 9780664252571
Subject(s): Summary: "The original audience of the Gospel of Matthew included converts from Judaism who wrestled with how to be faithful to Jesus Christ under difficult circumstances in a changing world. The Gospel of Matthew became a first-aid manual for this church in the midst of a struggle. Long identifies this first audience and its faith within the social and religious context of the day and clarifies the structure of the Gospel. Providing examples of contemporary relevance, Long helps today's reader discern the significance of this guide for faithful living in today's church."--Page 4 of cover.
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Item type Current library Call number Status Date due Barcode
Main Collection John Kinder Theological Library BS2575.3 LON (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available A42366368

Includes bibliographical references (pages 329-331).

"The original audience of the Gospel of Matthew included converts from Judaism who wrestled with how to be faithful to Jesus Christ under difficult circumstances in a changing world. The Gospel of Matthew became a first-aid manual for this church in the midst of a struggle. Long identifies this first audience and its faith within the social and religious context of the day and clarifies the structure of the Gospel. Providing examples of contemporary relevance, Long helps today's reader discern the significance of this guide for faithful living in today's church."--Page 4 of cover.

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