TY  - GEN
T1  - Revelation : a new translation with introduction and commentary
T2  - Bible.
A2  - Koester, Craig R., 1953-
LA  - English
PP  - New Haven
PB  - Yale University Press
YR  - 2014
UL  - https://ebooks.jgu.edu.in/Record/ebsco_acadsubs_ocn890443265
AB  - In this landmark commentary, Craig R. Koester offers a comprehensive look at a powerful and controversial early Christian text, the book of Revelation. Originally written for Christian communities in Asia Minor, Revelation depicts scenes of cosmic conflict in which God, the creator of the world, overcomes the forces of destruction and makes all things new. This often misunderstood portion of the New Testament repeatedly surprises readers by warning that judgment is imminent, only to interrupt the visions of terror with messages of hope and redemption. Koester provides richly textured descriptions of the book's setting and language, making extensive use of Greek and Latin inscriptions, classical texts, and ancient Jewish writings, including the Dead Sea Scrolls. While Revelation has often been viewed as world-negating, this commentary focuses on its deep engagement with social, religious, and economic issues. It also addresses the book's volatile history of interpretation and its cultural impact over the centuries. The result is a groundbreaking study that provides powerful insights and sets new directions for the continued appreciation of this visionary religious text.
OP  - 881
CN  - BS2823 .K64 2014eb
SN  - 9780300211030
SN  - 0300211031
SN  - 1322094594
SN  - 9781322094595
SN  - 9780300144888
SN  - 0300144881
SN  - 9780300216912
KW  - Bible. : Revelation : Commentaries.
KW  - Bible. : Revelation
KW  - RELIGION : Biblical Studies : New Testament.
KW  - Commentaries
ER  -