Chosen as an Outstanding Academic Book for 1991-1992 by ^RChoice
"Rich and complex....A genuine contribution to social historical
studies of apocalypticism."--Journal of Religion
"Rich and complex....A genuine contribution to social historical
studies of apocalypticism."--Journal of Religion
"While he writes for specialists, he does so clearly and
engagingly, taking care to define his terms in order to bring
non-specialists on board."--Anglican Theological Review
"Contains much useful material and should be read by all persons
making a serious study of the book of Revelation."--Seminary
Studies
"Ancient historians and other New Testament students will
appreciate the scholarly solidity of this monograph and a wider
readership may be excited by its fresh style and a stimulating tour
of themes like the Roman Empire under Domitian, the Jews in Asia
Minor, and the nature of religion in relation to
society."--Theological Book Review
"A groundbreaking monograph....If Thompson's thesis is accepted
among scholars, it will revolutionize the academic study of
apocalyptic literature....A major piece of scholarly work."--Choice
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