An Introduction to the New Testament: The Abridged Edition (The Anchor Yale Bible Reference Library)

The Raymond Brown Introduction to the New Testament is a comprehensive and authoritative guidebook that provides readers with a deeper understanding of the Christian Bible.

Abridged from the original text by Marion Soards, this new version maintains the essence and centrist interpretation of Brown's perspective without tampering with his insights or conclusions.

The biblical writings themselves remain the focus, but additional chapters cover the nature, origin, and interpretation of the New Testament texts, as well as the political, social, religious, and philosophical world of antiquity.

This reliable and accessible guidebook is perfect for novices, general readers, Bible study groups, ministers, scholars, and students alike.

With Brown's enlightening and challenging scholarship, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the New Testament.