Richard Bauckham is professor emeritus of New Testament studies at the University of St. Andrews, Scotland, and senior scholar at Ridley Hall, Cambridge. A fellow of both the British Academy and the Royal Society of Edinburgh, he has also written Bibl
Concordia Journal
"Richard Bauckham . . . has produced an unusual book in which his
great learning is clearly on display. Not only is Bauckham very
well versed in the New Testament, but he demonstrates an
encyclopedic knowledge of both early Judaism and early
Christianity. . . Heartily recommended to all serious students of
the Gospels." Catholic Library World
"As always in his writing, Richard Bauckham is thorough and
meticulous with this comprehensive survey of the named women in the
gospel tradition." Tal Ilan
"This book is an interesting combination of theology, feminist
thinking, and history. Richard Bauckham's erudition in the ancient
Christian sources within the New Testament and without is
impressive. His use of information derived from completely
different disciplines as far afield as epigraphy and Targum is
instructive and enlightening. This is not just another book on New
Testament women. It is essential to all who are interested in
women, history, ancient Judaism, and ancient Christianity."
Marianne Meye Thompson
"The texts that deal with women in the New Testament have been
worked over so often it might seem that there is nothing left to
say. In this masterful study Richard Bauckham easily proves this is
not the case. Bauckham's acquaintance with feminist criticism and
other approaches to these texts, his careful attention to the
details of the narratives, and his fresh historical research bring
an unparalleled depth to his work. Not only does he establish a
benchmark for future interpretation, but he also models how close
and careful study of a Gospel can illumine the whole. Those who
would dismiss this book as 'just another work on women in the New
Testament' will deprive themselves of the feast offered here." Ben
Witherington III
"Richard Bauckham is well known for his encyclopedic knowledge of
early Judaism and its offshoot, early Jewish Christianity. Here he
applies that depth of knowledge to a specific important subject ?
the named women in the Gospels. The results are not only
illuminating but exciting. This is an invaluable resource on the
subject. Highly recommended!" Religious Studies Review
"This is an outstanding volume that reflects the author's careful
research and penchant for presenting essentials in language fit
even for beginners." Library Journal
"Bauckham has written an outstanding scholarly study of the women
of the Christian Scriptures. . . At times, his speculations and
findings, as in the substantial middle section on the Apostle
Joanna, are nothing less than astonishing. A fine and perceptive
book for scholars and lay readers alike; highly recommended."
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