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Introducing the New Testament: A Short Guide to Its History and Message

by D. A. Carson

A structured guide to the New Testament

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A structured guide to the New Testament

This abridged edition organizes its survey around the New Testament’s individual documents. For each one, it addresses historical questions—including authorship, date, sources, purpose, and destination—alongside a content summary and an account of the book’s theological contribution to the canon. The approach connects biblical texts with their historical and cultural settings, while chapter-end questions invite further discussion or reflection. A bibliography points toward additional study, making the book both an overview and a reference point for exploring the New Testament’s history and message.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers seeking an introduction to the New Testament’s historical context and theological themes.
  • Church leaders and general readers who want a document-by-document guide.
  • Study groups or individuals looking for discussion questions and further-reading references.

Themes

New Testament history and authorshipHistorical and cultural contextBiblical interpretationTheological contributions to the canon

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Book overview

A quick and focused guide to the New Testament of the Bible.

This rich and practical handbook--an abridged edition of the major textbook An Introduction to the New Testament--brings the best of New Testament scholarship to the church and makes it accessible to the everyday reader.

Introducing the New Testament focuses on historical questions dealing with authorship, date, sources, purpose, and destination of the New Testament books. By honing in on the essentials, renowned Bible scholars D. A. Carson and Douglas Moo ensure that each book is accurately understood within its historical and cultural settings.

For each New Testament document, the authors also provide:

  • A summary of that book's content.
  • Discussion of the book's theological contribution to the overall canon.
  • End-of-chapter questions for group discussion or personal reflection.
  • A bibliography of further resources.

Introducing the New Testament makes the words, history, and culture of biblical times come alive for readers. Laypersons as well as church leaders will gain a solid understanding of the historical background and theological message of the New Testament and be inspired to apply biblical truths to their lives.

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