John

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Westminster John Knox Press, Jan 1, 2006 - Religion - 204 pages

The Gospel of John is one of the most beloved books in the Christian canon. Its stories and images have long captured the imaginations of Christians. Not only is it one of the most popular writings of the New Testament, but many aspects of its style and outlook are distinctive. In this clear, thorough, and accessible commentary on the Gospel of John, scholars Gail O'Day and Susan Hylen explore and explain this Gospel's distinctive qualities.

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Contents

The Opening of Jesus Ministry
2
Literary Features
7
The Bread of Life
8
Theology
13
THE BEGINNINGS OF JESUS MINISTRY
19
1934
28
Jesus at the Festival of Booths
88
Jesus Heals a Man Blind from Birth
97
The Prelude to Jesus Hour
121
THE ARRIVAL OF JESUS HOUR
135
The Farewell Discourse
142
THE EVENTS OF JESUS HOUR
169
The Crucifixion and Burial
184
The Resurrection
191
A Resurrection Appearance in Galilee
199
Works Cited 205

Jesus the Gate and the Shepherd
103
The Raising of Lazarus
112

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About the author (2006)

Susan E. Hylen is the Mellon Assistant Professor of New Testament at Vanderbilt University. Gail R. O'Day is Associate Dean of Faculty and Academic Affair and A. H. Shatford Professor of Preaching and New Testament at Candler School of Theology, Emory University.

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