The New Testament

In this enlightening audiobook, New Testament scholar Luke Timothy Johnson explores the origins and evolution of the New Testament within the context of the early Roman Empire. Written in ordinary Greek by the first Christians, the text delves into the Gospels, Acts of the Apostles, and Revelation, illustrating their formation as sacred writings while reflecting the diverse societal and symbolic landscapes of first-century Greco-Roman and Jewish life. Johnson offers both positive and critical perspectives, engaging listeners with a multifaceted examination of these pivotal writings, including significant letters of Paul and the Gospels of John, Mark, Matthew, and Luke.