Jews and Anti-Judaism in the New Testament
Decision Points and Divergent Interpretations
By Terence L. Donaldson
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Subjects: All Biblical Studies, Biblical Theology, Hermeneutics & Exegesis, New Testament, Religion & Literature |
Jews and Anti-Judaism in the New Testament offers a balanced, sensitive, and erudite guide to the precarious issues of anti-Semitism, anti-Judaism, and supersessionism in the New Testament. Combining adept navigation of the relevant literature—both classics of the field and more recent forays—with a keen exegetical analysis of the Christian canon, Terence L. Donaldson maps the major New Testament writings across three axes: self-definition, degree of separation, and rhetorical intent. In doing so, he successfully brings his readers up to speed on this crucial discussion, even while pushing the conversation forward with intellectual force and exegetical savvy.
Preface
1. Introduction
2. Matthew
3. Luke–Acts
4. John
5. Paul
6. The New Testament: Then and now
Bibliography
Index of ancient sources
Index of modern authors
"An excellent and much needed introduction to a difficult subject that will enrich scholars, students and the general reader."
—William S. Campbell, Reader in Biblical Studies, University of Wales Lampeter
"This is a sensitive, level-headed approach to a tension-filled topic. Particularly striking is Donaldson’s conclusion that the canon of the New Testament offers more options for Christian self-definition today in relation to Judaism than the compilers of the canon themselves were able to utilize."
—John Koenig, Glorvina Rossell Hoffman Professor of New Testament, The General Theological Seminary, New York
"In this perceptive and engaging guide, Donaldson demonstrates that interpretative decisions have moral implications that cannot be neglected. His own constructive proposals can only enhance responsible engagement with scriptural texts in today’s complex world of faith."
—Bruce W. Longenecker, Professor of Religion and W. W. Melton Chair, Baylor University
“This is an engrossing, persuasive, and highly readable introduction to diverse ways in which scholars have interpreted the New Testament in relation to anti-Judaism. Donaldson’s excellent book will surely lay the groundwork for future discussions of this important topic.”
—Adele Reinhartz, Professor, Department of Classics and Religion, University of Ottawa
“Donaldson’s study is a judicious and balanced treatment of one of the most difficult issues in New Testament interpretation.”
—Robert Jewett, Guest Professor of New Testament, University of Heidelberg
Terence L. Donaldson is the Lord and Lady Coggan Professor of New Testament Studies at Wycliffe College, Toronto School of Theology, University of Toronto. He is the author of Paul and the Gentiles: Remapping the Apostle’s Convictional World and Judaism and the Gentiles: Jewish Patterns of Universalism to 135 CE.
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