John, Volume 4 - (New Word Biblical Themes: New Testament) by Dorothy a Lee (Paperback)

About the Book

Volumes in New Word Biblical Themes: New Testament series offer short studies of the key themes of each book of the New Testament.

Book Synopsis

Volumes in New Word Biblical Themes: New Testament series offer short, accessible studies of the key themes of each book of the New Testament.

Each volume offers an introduction to the book, a brief exposition of the text with its basic background and a survey of its contents, an overview of its themes, and a deeper look at 3-5 key themes for understanding the book and for preaching and teaching.

Review Quotes

'Dorothy A. Lee combines a lifetime's passionate and erudite study of the Gospel of John with a poetic sensibility to provide a thorough and nuanced reading of its main themes. These themes are explored through a careful reading of the narrative, avoiding the tendencies to atomise or decontextualise which often affect such studies. Careful reflections on the themes' relevance to historical and contemporary theological concerns round off each treatment. Professor Lee's deep scholarship, lightly worn, deftly elucidated, and generously shared, ensures that this volume deserves to become a vade mecum.'--
--Fergus King, Farnham Maynard Associate Professor in Ministry Education, Trinity College, University of Melbourne, Australia

'Dorothy Lee has provided an accessible and enjoyable explanation of the key themes in the Gospel of John. Attentive to both detail and the big picture, she takes readers on a tour of the spiritual depths and glorious heights of John's witness to Jesus as the Word made flesh. An indispensable resource for anyone wishing to learn about the Gospel according to St. John.'--
--Rev. Dr. Michael F. Bird, Deputy Principal, Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia

'Entry into a new space can be daunting. It can be challenging to encounter the thought, imagery, language, and themes of the Gospel of John. Dorothy Lee is a helpful guide for this Gospel, supporting first-time readers and offering new insights for advanced readers. While exploring the major themes of John, Lee points out connections with the thought and writings of the ancient world and offers stimulating reflections for contemporary readers. This will be an excellent companion for classes and reading groups seeking a deeper understanding and appreciation for the Gospel of John.'--
--R. Alan Culpepper, dean and professor emeritus of New Testament, McAfee School of Theology, Mercer University

'In her characteristically insightful manner, Professor Lee contributes a powerfully evocative volume on the Gospel of John to the NWBT series. Taking her cues from the Gospel's prologue (1:1--18), she explores distinctively Johanninethemes across the narrative through beautifully accessible prose that excites the senses. Her love for this story is evident as she provides a gateway that leads readers of all levels deeply into John's particular telling of the Good News.'--
--Sherri Brown, professor of New Testament, Creighton University

'What a joy to read such a lucid and sensitive insight into the Gospel of John! Dorothy Lee has a formidable background in classical and patristic literature, which she seamlessly weaves into her analysis. Taking the prologue (1:1--18) as her key, Lee leads the reader through the entire Gospel, relating the themes introduced in the prologue to the narrative that follows. She looks back to an ancient text and then consciously relates its implications to the present world and the experience of believers today. Pastors and teachers will find this volume a gem, while academics will recognize the wealth of scholarship needed to write with such authority. Thank you, Dorothy, for this outstanding contribution to our appreciation of John.'--
--Mary Coloe, professor emerita, University of Divinity, Melbourne, Australia

'With her characteristic accessibility and attention to narrative nuance and detail, Dorothy Lee provides an accessible and enjoyable overview of John's theological themes. Lee grounds her study with attention to historical and literarycontexts without ever losing focus on the Gospel itself. She is an encouraging guide who invites us into John's theological thicket by providing us clear paths to navigate. This book will be a welcome addition to classrooms and churches alike!'--
--Alicia D. Myers, associate professor of New Testament, Baylor University

'World-class scholarship, deep theology, and a Christian spirituality for our century come together with clarity and accessibility in this superb opening up of John's Gospel. Dorothy Lee has distilled for us the wisdom of decades spentengaging with the overflowing meaning of this glorious text. This book consequently, like the Gospel of John itself, can teach and inspire a wide range of readers.'--
--David F. Ford, Regius Professor of Divinity emeritus, University of Cambridge