A Survey of the New Testament: 5th Edition

This is the first time I’ve read into the Historical richness of the New Testament, and this book made it fairly easy to follow. In a layout sense, the book does not condense the wording like others do and it provides a large number of imageries that help a reader visualize the moments or places of History. I also felt the outline of each chapter and the flow from chapter to chapter was very well placed, with the exception of terminology. Some terms seemed harder to grasp than others, as some of the terms did not provide an actual meaning (but rather pronunciations). When it comes to the content of the actual book, I was amazed. As I read, I would often feel as if I was there in that time period surrounded by the different people experiencing what became the New Testament. Learning about who Paul was, is probably what had me the most intrigued, and as I read I felt like I met a whole new person. I read who Paul was as a Pharisee, a person, and as a follower – but could visualize it as if a film was playing. At times, I felt overwhelmed with all the content (Mind you I am no History Major) but I was very impressed with how much history can be found in this book. I purchased this solely as a requirement for my college course, but I think I’ll be holding on to this one. I think this book would be a great addition to local public or church libraries.

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I purchased this book to support a divinity class on the New Testament. I found this book to be very helpful. The layout of the book reflects big print, is easy to read and fairly easy to follow. A cursory review of any book site will find the book well with mostly positive reviews from many who have used this book as a companion to or assigned reading material of New Testament seminary courses as well as those who have endeavored to gain additional insight into New Testament reading. Most will find this book easy to read and follow. Even those not familiar with the New Testament will find this book a valuable resource. The contents include five parts. There is an evolution to how the parts are presented, first explaining the political and cultural background that reflect the historical, religious and philosophical context and settings that influence the New Testament. One drawback to the book is that it provides terms but does NOT provide the meaning, only the pronunciation. However, that slight was not significant enough for me to rate it 4.

I thought the book arrived in better condition that what the seller described. The book was packaged very nicely so that it did not slide around during shipping. The book arrived as promised, and it arrived earlier than it was dated for. I have no complaints or issues with this seller, and I would recommend buying from this seller. No issues at all

This book was the textbook for my graduate-level NT survey course. It is as approachable as a high-school textbook -- an easy read without the academic stuffiness and replete with photos and inserts of historical, cultural and archaeological relevance. I found it helpful to gain an organized thematic overview of each of the books of the NT while understanding its historical context with emphases on the authenticity of the canonical text. Gundry is careful to lay out differing views on certain matters of interpretation where there are broader ranges of views and does not seem interested in pushing his own views. Overall, a good, solid textbook and a keeper as reference.

I like the information provided in this book for the study of the New Testament.

Daughter needed it for school. Seeing how much she enjoys we'd buy it again even if it wasn't for school.

This book is incredible. Everything is very detailed and the author address the history, context and even minute details in the text. I will say that sometimes the wording seems a bit convoluted, but if you read over it a second time, it makes sense. I have learned so much more about the New Testament than I ever could have dreamed. Totally recommend.

Gundry is helpful, informative and succinct. He has a remarkable grasp of all the major issues as they affect the study of the Word of God. He appropriately engages the relevant topics as required and gives the student a solid introduction to the world of the NT. The many colourful illustrations are also of great benefit to the text.

The book is in excellent condition!

Mistakekely I bought this book. Before order I taught that book will be arrive for me but after took my money from my acount, I began to know that this book is only for study in phone. Therefore, please retutn my money.😧😢😨🙏🙏🙏

Very easy to read.. Good summary of the new testament with nice pictures. Just as the title suggests - nice survey

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