James (New Testament Readings) - Tapa dura

..."argue[d] passionately and persuasively... This book is a pleasure to read, and it offers us a challenging new reading of the epistle of James as a central expression of Christian faith, rather than an embarassment or marginal aside." -Kim Paffenroth, "Religious Studies Review "This volume offers scholars and laity alike a fresh treatment of the major questions faces in the study of this small but very important New Testament writing." -Craig A. Evans, "Interpretation "It is refreshing to see a biblical scholar who is willing to address theological and social problems so explicitly in his work and who can do so in such a competent manner... this is an important contribution to the study of the letter of James and merits the attention of scholars working in the field... [It] will appeal to a wide variety of readers, from those in ministry to people with a general interest in biblical studuies." -Alicia Batten, "Religious Studies and Theology

Richard Bauckham explores the historical and literary contexts of the Epistle of James, discussing the significance of James as the brother of Jesus and leader of the early Jerusalem church. He gives special attention to the aphorisms which encapsulate James' wisdom, and to the way that James' teaching closely resembles that of Jesus.