Studying the Synoptic Gospels

by Ed Parish Sanders, Margaret Davies

The author of the highly acclaimed study on Jesus and Judaism and his wife, also an experienced New Testament teacher, have collaborated to produce the most comprehensive and up-to-date book yet on the first three Gospels. Among others, the book addresses beginning New Testament students and, in one volume, provides all the background, analyses, exegetical aids, and methodology necessary for synoptic studies.

Genres: Christianity

374 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1989

Reviews

[Laura Robinson]

Extremely useful if a little dated (I don't know that we would consider structuralism to be an epoch making force in biblical scholarship anymore). This would be perfect to assign to a beginning class on New Testament criticism -- explains the different categories of criticism clearly, gives an overview of a major scholar's work in it, and assesses its contributions and pitfalls. If this wasn't out of print I'd absolutely assign it to my students.

[C.J.]

A classic textbook on the study of the Synoptic Gospels. Written for the intermediate to advanced student. It is unfortunate that it has gone out of print.