The Jewish World Around the New Testament - by Richard Bauckham (Paperback)

The "Jewish Roots of Early Christianity" by Richard Bauckham is a groundbreaking study that sheds light on the Judaic and Second Temple roots of the New Testament texts.

This comprehensive volume contains 24 studies that explore the religious and biblical-interpretive matrix from which early Christianity emerged.

With a focus on the "parting of the ways" between early Judaism and early Christianity, Bauckham provides a detailed examination of the Jewish literature and thought of the time, including life after death, the Pseudepigrapha, the Jewish apocalypses, and more.

The book also explores specific aspects or texts of early Christianity by relating them to their early Jewish context, such as the delay of the parousia and the resurrection.

Whether you're a scholar or simply interested in deepening your understanding of the New Testament, this book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the rich cultural and historical context of early Christianity.