Studies in Pharisaism and the Gospels Volume 1 [Paperback]

Originally published in 1917, this book applies Jewish approaches to Scripture to New Testament texts.Originally published in 1917, this book applies Jewish approaches to Scripture to New Testament texts in order to balance the teaching of Jesus with that of Pharasaic Judaism. Abrahams delves deeply into the historical background to many of the key stories and events of the Gospels, such as ancient divorce and the importance of fasting.Originally published in 1917, this book applies Jewish approaches to Scripture to New Testament texts in order to balance the teaching of Jesus with that of Pharasaic Judaism. Abrahams delves deeply into the historical background to many of the key stories and events of the Gospels, such as ancient divorce and the importance of fasting.Originally published in 1917, this book applies Jewish approaches to Scripture to New Testament texts in order to balance the teaching of Jesus with that of Pharasaic Judaism. Abrahams heavily references C. G. Montefiore's two-volume commentary on the Synoptic Gospels, and delves deeply into the historical background to many of the key stories and events of the Gospels, such as ancient divorce and the importance of fasting. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the Jewish context of the Gospels.1. The freedom of the synagogue; 2. The greatest commandment; 3. John the Baptist; 4. Pharisaic baptism; 5. The dove and the voice; 6. Leaven; 7. Publicans and sinners; 8. 'Give unto Caesar'; 9. First century divorce; 10. Widows' houses; 11. The cleansing of the temple; 12. The parables; 13. Disease and miracle; 14. Poverty and wealth; 15. The children; 16. Fasting; 17. The Sabbath; 18. The personal use of the term messiah; 19. God's forgiveness; 20. Man's forgiveness; 21. The life of the resurrection; Index of names and subjects; Index of New Testament passages.