Courting Betrayal

by Helen C. Orchard

This study explores the dynamics of violence within John's Gospel, focusing on the portrayal of the character of Jesus. It offers an understanding of the Johannine Jesus that counters the traditional model of a serene figure who maintains sovereign control over his environment. Establishing the prevalence of material indicating opposition to Jesus, it argues that his experience and perception of victimization are key to his identity. Furthermore,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1850758840
• ISBN13: 9781850758846
• Release Date: May 1998
• Publisher: Sheffield Academic Press
• Length: 293 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"