The fifty-six essays in this book present cultural reflections on the gospel reading assigned for each Sunday in Cycle A of the Roman Lectionary. Each essay highlights aspects of the first-century, Eastern Mediterranean cultural world in which Jesus lived and suggests across-cultural comparison with contemporary Western culture. With this background information, readers can make more fitting applications of the Scripture to modern life situations.

Used as an aid in preaching, Lectionary-based catechesis, Scripture study, or for the interest and knowledge it brings, The Cultural World of Jesus will add form and substance to your understanding of the Word that dwelt among us."

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About the Author
John J. Pilch, a highly-regarded biblical scholar and author, taught at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland and passed away in 2016. Among his numerous publications are The Cultural World of Jesus, The Cultural World of the Apostles, and The Cultural World of the Prophets series published by Liturgical Press.

Reviews
. . . an invaluable resource for preachers, and very interesting for anyone seeking deeper insight into the gospel.AIM
Homilists on the lookout for a fresher approach to interpreting the lectionary texts will enjoy this book.The Bible Today



Book Information
ISBN 9780814622865
Author John J. Pilch
Format Paperback
Page Count 184
Imprint Liturgical Press
Publisher Liturgical Press
Weight(grams) 255g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 137mm * 10mm