The Gospel According to Jesus
HarperCollins · Paperback · January 1, 1994
From Stephen Mitchell comes an interpretation of the Gospels that peels away the distortions regarding the character and teachings of Jesus that have accumulated over time This translation of the life and teachings of Jesus creates an image of not only a great spiritual teacher, but of a real person.
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- Who it’s for
- Stephen Mitchell’s clear, searching interpretation revisits the life and teachings of Jesus.
- Genres
- NT Commentary: Gospels & Acts, Christology, New Testament Interpretation
- Published
- HarperCollins, January 1, 1994
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From Stephen Mitchell comes an interpretation of the Gospels that peels away the distortions regarding the character and teachings of Jesus that have accumulated over time This translation of the life and teachings of Jesus creates an image of not only a great spiritual teacher, but of a real person. Eminent author and translator Stephen Mitchell's approach to the Gospels has been widely praised for its depth, clarity, and radiance.
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Reading the Gospels
Stephen Mitchell’s clear, searching interpretation revisits the life and teachings of Jesus.
Come here for
- A fresh reading of the Gospels
- Jesus as spiritual teacher and real person
Expect
- A contemplative take on familiar Gospel accounts
- Attention to how later distortions shape our view of Jesus
Where it sits
| NT Commentary: Gospels & Acts | 43% |
|---|---|
| Christology | 36% |
| New Testament Interpretation | 27% |
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Publisher categories
- Ancient History
- World History
- Philosophy Overviews
- Old Testament Biography
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- New Testament Biography
- Old Testament Interpretation
- New Testament Interpretation
- Biblical Reference
- Authors
- Stephen Mitchell
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- January 1, 1994
- Format
- Paperback
- Reading lane
- Ancient History