Ancient Jewish and Christian Scriptures - by John J Collins & Craig a Evans & Lee Martin McDonald (Paperback)

This comprehensive guidebook, "Ancient Jewish and Christian Scriptures," provides an in-depth examination of the writings included in and excluded from the Jewish and Christian canons of Scripture, shedding light on the historical, literary, and religious aspects of early Jewish and Christian faith communities.

The authors explore how these noncanonical writings demonstrate the questions and conflicts that early faith communities faced, offering valuable insights for contemporary readers seeking a broader understanding of biblical Scripture and Jewish and Christian faith inspired by Scripture.

With a focus on the social settings in which some literature was viewed as authoritative and others as uninspired or heretical, this book provides a rich resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the canon's formation and current research in the field.

Whether you're a student eager to engage in critical and historical thinking about sacred texts or simply seeking a comprehensive overview of the subject, "Ancient Jewish and Christian Scriptures" is an essential read.