
Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes
Cultural Studies in the Gospels
InterVarsity Press · Print & ebook · January 22, 2008
Understand the Life of Jesus in Cultural Context Discover a deeper, richer understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus with Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes by renowned scholar Kenneth Bailey.
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- Who it’s for
- A culturally attentive way to read the Gospels, with a teacherly cadence and daily-dip-in utility.
- Genres
- Jesus, Gospels & Acts, Biblical History & Culture, New Testament Interpretation
- Published
- InterVarsity Press, January 22, 2008
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Understand the Life of Jesus in Cultural Context Discover a deeper, richer understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus with Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes by renowned scholar Kenneth Bailey. This book invites readers to see Jesus through the lens of his historical and cultural context, lifting away the layers of Western interpretation that have shaped modern perspectives.
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From Jesus' birth to his parables, from the Beatitudes to his relationships, Bailey helps readers remove modern Western interpretations to see Jesus as he was understood in his own time, offering readers a kaleidoscopic view of the person of Jesus that is simultaneously ancient and refreshingly new. In Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes, you'll find - Cultural Insight: Gain a deeper understanding of Jesus within his Middle Eastern context, removing Western cultural blinders. - A Transformational Perspective: Be inspired to read the Gospels with renewed clarity and depth, seeing Jesus in the light of his historical and cultural setting. - An Essential Addition to Your Library: Whether you're familiar with Bailey's work or reading him for the first time, this volume is a must-have for any student of the New Testament. Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes is a valuable resource for anyone passionate about studying the New Testament and the life of Jesus deeply and meaningfully. Explore Jesus’ story as it was meant to be seen and enrich your spiritual study with this compelling, context-driven approach.
Cultural Lens
A culturally attentive way to read the Gospels, with a teacherly cadence and daily-dip-in utility.
Come here for
- Gospel reading through a cultural lens
- Study-ready, classroom-friendly sections
Expect
- Middle Eastern context foregrounded
- Devotional and academic uses in view
Where it sits
| Jesus, Gospels & Acts | 72% |
|---|---|
| Biblical History & Culture | 64% |
| New Testament Interpretation | 24% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Middle Eastern History
- Biblical History & Culture
- Jesus, Gospels & Acts
- Authors
- Kenneth E. Bailey
- Publisher
- InterVarsity Press
- Published
- January 22, 2008
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Reading lane
- Middle Eastern History