New Testament Survey

by Merrill C. Tenney

First published in 1953 and revised in 1961, Merrill Tenney's comprehensive survey has served to introduce the general reader, student, and teacher to the world and message of the New Testament.

Written in a clear, nontechnical style, New Testament Survey begins with a survey of the social, political, economic, and religious background of the New Testament, and then goes on to examine the various groups of New Testament books, which are considered in their historical settings. The book concludes with a penetrating study of the New Testament canon.

Undertaken at the request of Dr. Tenney, and prepared with his full approval, this 1985 revision by Walter M. Dunnett includes an entirely new chapter on the Jewish background of the New Testament, plus several new short sections, including materials on the Gospels and the canon of the New Testament. The bibliography has been enlarged and updated, and many of the book's numerous illustrations, maps, and charts are new. Great care has been exercised to retain the spirit and quality of the original work, ensuring that the book will remain a standard in the years to come.

Genres: Theology, Reference, Christian, Biblical Studies, Nonfiction, New Testament, History

454 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 1961

Reviews

[Dr Author O Wright, PhD, MinD, ThD, DD · Rating 4 out of 5]

New Testament Survey by Merrill C. Tenney is a very illuminating and educational book on the whole of the New Testament field. Written in a clear, non-technical style, Dr. Tenney takes his readers through an authoritative survey of the overall social, political, economic, and religious world of the First Century New Testament. In an analytic and historical approach, he carefully examines each book of the New Testament placing each book in its own setting. Indeed, he presents a brilliant compilation and penetrating study of the cannon and text of the early New Testament’s experience and development. It is an excellent book and should be required reading for every serious Bible student.

[Leslie Loredo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excelente herramienta para quienes investiguen los orígenes del Nuevo Testamento y su canon.

Merrill C. Tenney ofrece un recurso totalmente objetivo sobre el contexto histórico en el que se desarrollaron las escrituras del NT, brindando una perspectiva completa que equipa al lector con una mayor comprensión de la intención de cada libro y autor.

En lo personal los últimos dos capítulos en los que se investiga la formación del canon junto con su divulgación respondieron muchas dudas para mí además que aclaró unos cuantos mal entendidos acerca del tema. Al igual que los capítulos en los que se presentan las diferentes filosofías que existían al rededor del tiempo del ministerio de Jesús y en el que se escribieron los libros del NT. Me parecieron de gran ayuda, pues da todo el contexto que se necesita para conocer las necesidades e ideologías de la época.

Sin duda es un libro que recomendaría a cualquier interesado en el tema del Nuevo Testamento.

[James]

This is a great survey of the New Testament. I read it mostly as I was taking a NT class which incidentally took a lot of material from this book. The beginning of the book has a good overview of the political history surrounding the NT time and Jewish customs. It is a bit technical, but generally it gives a good flavor for the times surrounding the New Testament and how people lived. The second part of the book has an overview of each book. Each one is 2-3 pages long and have a good overview on what/when/where/who and why. It is especially helpful to learn how each book fits into the context of the history of the church and why it was written. Sometimes it is a bit technical but there is certainly a lot to glean from it.

[Read1000books · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a book that the average Bible reader will find interesting: Who wrote each book of the New Testament? Why was that particular book or letter written and to whom? Where in the Roman Empire were the recipients and the authors located? And what is the probable date each book was written (i.e. the chronological order)? This book is a good and detailed overview; not overly technical but very helpful in giving you a broad panorama of the New Testament and the world in which it first circulated.

[Justine · Rating 5 out of 5]

good

[Sylvia Brown-Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

This text has comprehensive historical information that was useful to me in "The Gospel of John" course.

[Edgar Iraheta · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent New Testament Survey.

[John Walker]

very historical, gives important historical information and context explanation for biblical understanding, I really only completed the required reading for school so I cant rightly judge it. I will read the rest as time and reading schedules permit.

Important read for any one wanting to teach and trully understand what the New testament says.

[Angie · Rating 3 out of 5]

A book studying (in overview) the New Testament. I appreciated learning about the events surrounding the writing of the New Testament. The outlines for each book of the NT were also insightful. (Text book)

[David Withun · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Samy · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book

[Paul]

i want to learn something for this book that is related to my research

[Jordan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Solid introduction to the study of the New Testament. The book gives a good general background of the world surrounding first century Christianity.

[JoonHui · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read a few New Testament introduction or survey books. This is perhaps one of the best for scholars who want a good grasp on the background of the New Testament.

[Kimberly McRae · Rating 3 out of 5]

Excellent information contained in this book but a very dry read which can be difficult for some.