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The editors are to be congratulated on producing an exemplary book. The texts are judiciously selected, with a wide range of perspectives from each of the four traditions represented. The supporting material is also excellent: the essays are concise, informative and insightful, and the questions for reflection and suggestions for further reading make the book very useful for classroom/lecture hall use. (Jonathan Kearney, Journal for the Study of The New Testament )
A feast... This impressive and prestigious book continues that fine spiritual and academic tradition of faith seeking understanding in a world of many beliefs... Barker and Gregg have produced a remarkable book (Martyn Percy, Church Times )
A feast... This impressive and prestigious book continues that fine spiritual and academic tradition of faith seeking understanding in a world of many beliefs... Barker and Gregg have produced a remarkable book (Martyn Percy, Church Times )
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For the first time classic readings on Jesus from outside of Christianity have been brought together in one volume. Jesus Beyond Christianity: The Classic Texts features significant passages on Jesus from Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism. The fifty-six selections span two millennia of thought, including translated extracts from the Talmud and the Qur'an, and writings by Mahatma Gandhi and the 14th Dalai Lama. The volume features fresh translations of important texts, 'Key-Issues' introductions, questions for discussion and guides for further reading. Importantly, each set of readings ends with an entirely fresh reflection from a leading scholar in the field. Every care has been taken to present these often controversial passages in a manner consistent with the aims of their authors; accompanying notes directly address challenging issues. This unique collection of readings promises to become an essential resource in the study of the world's religions, providing rich guidance for anyone seeking to understand the central convergences and debates between religious traditions.
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This intriguing book offers various texts on Jesus from outside of Christianity. It covers responses from Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism - ranging from selections from the Talmud and the Qur'an, to Hindu poetry and a Sinhalese folk tale inscribed on palm leaves (in which, quaintly, Jesus' grave is constructed with the aid of elephants).
The selections are conveniently grouped by religion (in roughly chronological order), and provide a range of responses, from praise to polemic, which not only provide different perspectives on the figure of Jesus, but also offer insights into the different religions they represent. Indeed, as each extract speaks very firmly of the context in which it was written - during the persecution of Jews in medieval Spain, for instance, or the colonial rule of India - they each offer a fascinating glimpse into the conflict and dialogue between different religious traditions.
The selections are conveniently grouped by religion (in roughly chronological order), and provide a range of responses, from praise to polemic, which not only provide different perspectives on the figure of Jesus, but also offer insights into the different religions they represent. Indeed, as each extract speaks very firmly of the context in which it was written - during the persecution of Jews in medieval Spain, for instance, or the colonial rule of India - they each offer a fascinating glimpse into the conflict and dialogue between different religious traditions.
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Having never written a review before I'm just going to give my opinion on this book. I loved it. I read this book for my studies on 'Jesus in the World's Religions.' I guess my original interest in this area made it all the more enjoyable. I would have enjoyed reading this book even if I was not studying. What other religions have said/thought about Jesus has always fascinated me, the little I could find. This brings them all together. Would I have added anything else? I don't honestly know. I have learnt so much from this book. Another book edited by Barker 'Jesus in World Faiths' gives modern day opinions on Jesus. This book gives opinions going back to the first century. Both are excellent.
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