Apocalyptic Literature in the New Testament (Apocalyptic Literature in the New Testament - eBook [ePub]) (Core Biblical Studies)

By: Greg Carey

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Synopsis: Every significant layer of the New Testament features the distinctiveconcerns of apocalyptic literature, including the expectation of amessiah, hope for a resurrection, expectation of a final judgment, and aspiritual world that includes angels and demons. Yet many contemporaryreaders shy away from things apocalyptic, especially the book ofRevelation. This introduction considers the influence ofapocalyptic literature throughout the Gospels and Acts, Paul’s letters,and Revelation. It argues that early Christian authors drew uponapocalyptic topics to address an impressive array of situations andconcerns, and it demonstrates—example after example—how apocalypticdiscourse contributed to their ongoing work of contextual theology.