01493nam a22001457a 4500020001800000082001100018100002000029245009800049250000800147260004400155300003400199505005300233520096200286650009901248  a9780190203825  a225.67  aEhrman, Bart D.  aThe New Testament : A Historical Introduction to the Early Christian WritingscBart D. Ehrman  a6th  aNew YorkbOxford University Pressc2016  axxxv, 572 Pagesb24x18 cmbPB  aInclude Colour Illustrations, Glossary and Index  aFeaturing vibrant full color throughout, the sixth edition of Bart D. Ehrman's highly successful introduction approaches the New Testament from a consistently historical and comparative perspective, emphasizing the rich diversity of the earliest Christian literature. Distinctive to this study is its unique focus on the historical, literary, and religious milieux of the Greco-Roman world, including early Judaism. As part of its historical orientation, the book also discusses other Christian writings that were roughly contemporary with the New Testament, such as the Gospel of Thomas, the Apocalypse of Peter, and the letters of Ignatius. Features: A uniquely accessible and engaging writing style that vividly brings the New Testament story to life ; Time lines, illustrations, maps, and more than 100 photos, including three photo essays ; An extensive glossary of key terms, which appear in boldface type the first time they are used in each chapter.  aBible.--New TestamentaChurch history--Primitive and early churchaChristian literature, Early