Description
This original theological interpretation focuses primarily on the intertwining theological themes contained within John's Gospel, specifically within the Prologue and the Book of Signs - light and darkness, the seven miracle-signs, the sacraments of baptism and the Eucharist, the seven "I Am" sayings, the contentious dialogues with the Jews, Jesus' relationship to his Father as the Father's incarnate Word and Son, etc. Within all of these interlocking themes one finds the importance of Jesus' saving actions - the salvific works of his Father. The overarching theme of this book, as the title suggests, is that Jesus, being named Jesus, throughout his public ministry is enacting his name and so becoming who he is - YHWH-Saves.
Weinandy offers a singular, vibrant, and luminous reading of John's Gospel; one that reveals the Evangelist's theological depth and doctrinal sophistication. In so doing, Weinandy makes manifest the particular beauty of the Gospel According to John.
About the Author
Thomas G. Weinandy, OFM, Cap. is a member of the International Theological Commission and the author of Jesus Becoming Jesus: A Theological Interpretation of the Synoptic Gospels (CUA Press).
Book Information
ISBN 9780813233963
Author OFM Weinandy
Format Paperback
Page Count 484
Imprint The Catholic University of America Press
Publisher The Catholic University of America Press
Weight(grams) 765g