Beyond Bultmann

The penetrating essays in this book analyze Bultmann's theology, applauding its strengths while also criticizing its weaknesses. This is a richly rewarding volume that newly assesses the ongoing significance of Bultmann for contemporary New Testament theology.

~Donald A. Hagner, George Eldon Ladd Professor Emeritus of New Testament, Fuller Theological Seminary

In Beyond Bultmann, leading New Testament scholars are trenchant in their criticisms of Bultmann’s theological interpretation of the New Testament, but succeed brilliantly in clarifying Bultmann’s aims and achievements. Beyond Bultmann shows the possibilities and pitfalls of a traditional discipline now capable of addressing a more secular audience.

~Rev. Robert Morgan, Fellow of Linacre College, University of Oxford

Beyond Bultmann points out the continuing importance of engaging and evaluating Bultmann as interpreter of the New Testament—in all of his historical, exegetical, and theological strengths and weaknesses. There is no better resource for this task than this critical and constructive study.

~Michael J. Gorman, Raymond E. Brown Professor of Biblical Studies and Theology, St. Mary’s Seminary & University, Baltimore

Beyond Bultmann is successful in terms of demonstrating how NT scholarship has moved beyond Bultmann with respect to such matters as first-century Judaism, the apocalyptic nature of the Pauline texts, the supposed Gnostic influence on the NT writings, belief in a content-less kerygma, and a low view of the theological worth of Luke-Acts – just to name a few.

~Joshua W. Jipp, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Themelios

A virtual dream team of New Testament academic voices, all of whom share a deep appreciation for Rudolf Bultmann’s pervasive influence in contemporary biblical studies.

~Joshua Paul Smith, Review and Expositor

Beyond Bultmann will be a lasting resource for NT students and scholars.

~David Congdon, Catholic Biblical Quarterly

…A welcome, high-energy contribution to the continuing reappraisal of one of the twentieth century’s most influential interpretations of the New Testament.

~Markus Bockmuehl, Journal of Ecclesiastical History