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Jesus and the Religions

Hardcover |English |1498214320 | 9781498214322

Jesus and the Religions

Hardcover |English |1498214320 | 9781498214322
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Description: How should followers of Christ live in a multi-religious world? This book argues that the example of Jesus has something fresh and helpful to say to those who ponder the question. It takes something old--the example of Jesus--to say something new to our pluralist world. Most of the book examines the meetings of Jesus with Gentiles and Samaritans. These are found in some of the most poignant and dramatic encounters and teaching passages in the Gospels: a synagogue address with near-murderous consequences; the healing of a pagan centurion's servant; the setting free of the afflicted child of a Gentile mother; a moving encounter at a Samaritan well; the unlikely story of a compassionate Samaritan--and more. This is a scholarly but accessible discussion of what it might mean to "have the same attitude of mind that Christ Jesus had" in our contemporary multi-religious world. Endorsements: "Bob Robinson is to be commended for insisting that a christocentric and missional approach to interreligious dialogue is neither imperialistic nor conversation-stopping, but in fact the best way to show respect for, and have fruitful dialogue with, our non-Christian friends and colleagues. His focus on Jesus' example in his relations with Gentiles is fresh and helpful." --Gerald R. McDermott Professor of Religion, Roanoke College Author of Can Evangelicals Learn from World Religions? "Rereading the gospel story of Jesus in a pluralistic world brings forth treasures old and new: what emerges is the familiar Lord of Christian faith on the one hand, but one who is surprisingly open in his interactions with Samaritans and Gentiles (non-Jews) on the other hand. Bob Robinson leaves no stone unturned in this patient but yet invigorating Christology that shows there is so much more to consider about . . . fresh approaches to people of other faiths today." --Amos Yong J. Rodman Williams Professor of Theology, Regent University Editor with Clifton Clarke of Global Renewal, Religious Pluralism, and the Great Commission (2011) "How should believers live today in a multifaith world? Dr. Robinson argues convincingly and passionately that Jesus' encounters with Gentiles and Samaritans give a vital example for us today. In a work richly informed by studies of the historical Jesus and the first-century world, by contemporary Christology, and a Christian theology of religions, Dr. Robinson shows that 'the imitation of Christ' can guide Christians in interreligious relations today. . . . Clearly argued and scholarly but highly accessible, this important and welcome contribution is a must for all who are interested in this vital area." --Paul Trebilco Professor of New Testament, University of Otago Author of Self-Designations and Group Identity in the New Testament (2011) "Since Jesus never met a Buddhist or a Muslim, the people who seek to 'follow Jesus' have sometimes thought that his teaching and example provide no guidance for interaction with adherents of other faiths today. This book, however, demonstrates that Jesus . . . does provide just such an example, one that is invaluable for us today in our spiritually pluralistic world." --Harvey Cox Hollis Research Professor of Divinity, Harvard Divinity School Author of The Future of Faith (2009) About the Contributor(s): Bob Robinson is Senior Lecturer in Theology at Laidlaw College in Christchurch, New Zealand. He is the author of Christians Meeting Hindus (2004).
ISBN: 1498214320
ISBN13: 9781498214322
Author: Bob Robinson
Publisher: Wipf and Stock
Format: Hardcover
PublicationDate: 2012-03-23
Language: English
PageCount: 304
Dimensions: 6.0 x 0.81 x 9.0 inches
Weight: 21.12 ounces

Description: How should followers of Christ live in a multi-religious world? This book argues that the example of Jesus has something fresh and helpful to say to those who ponder the question. It takes something old--the example of Jesus--to say something new to our pluralist world. Most of the book examines the meetings of Jesus with Gentiles and Samaritans. These are found in some of the most poignant and dramatic encounters and teaching passages in the Gospels: a synagogue address with near-murderous consequences; the healing of a pagan centurion's servant; the setting free of the afflicted child of a Gentile mother; a moving encounter at a Samaritan well; the unlikely story of a compassionate Samaritan--and more. This is a scholarly but accessible discussion of what it might mean to "have the same attitude of mind that Christ Jesus had" in our contemporary multi-religious world. Endorsements: "Bob Robinson is to be commended for insisting that a christocentric and missional approach to interreligious dialogue is neither imperialistic nor conversation-stopping, but in fact the best way to show respect for, and have fruitful dialogue with, our non-Christian friends and colleagues. His focus on Jesus' example in his relations with Gentiles is fresh and helpful." --Gerald R. McDermott Professor of Religion, Roanoke College Author of Can Evangelicals Learn from World Religions? "Rereading the gospel story of Jesus in a pluralistic world brings forth treasures old and new: what emerges is the familiar Lord of Christian faith on the one hand, but one who is surprisingly open in his interactions with Samaritans and Gentiles (non-Jews) on the other hand. Bob Robinson leaves no stone unturned in this patient but yet invigorating Christology that shows there is so much more to consider about . . . fresh approaches to people of other faiths today." --Amos Yong J. Rodman Williams Professor of Theology, Regent University Editor with Clifton Clarke of Global Renewal, Religious Pluralism, and the Great Commission (2011) "How should believers live today in a multifaith world? Dr. Robinson argues convincingly and passionately that Jesus' encounters with Gentiles and Samaritans give a vital example for us today. In a work richly informed by studies of the historical Jesus and the first-century world, by contemporary Christology, and a Christian theology of religions, Dr. Robinson shows that 'the imitation of Christ' can guide Christians in interreligious relations today. . . . Clearly argued and scholarly but highly accessible, this important and welcome contribution is a must for all who are interested in this vital area." --Paul Trebilco Professor of New Testament, University of Otago Author of Self-Designations and Group Identity in the New Testament (2011) "Since Jesus never met a Buddhist or a Muslim, the people who seek to 'follow Jesus' have sometimes thought that his teaching and example provide no guidance for interaction with adherents of other faiths today. This book, however, demonstrates that Jesus . . . does provide just such an example, one that is invaluable for us today in our spiritually pluralistic world." --Harvey Cox Hollis Research Professor of Divinity, Harvard Divinity School Author of The Future of Faith (2009) About the Contributor(s): Bob Robinson is Senior Lecturer in Theology at Laidlaw College in Christchurch, New Zealand. He is the author of Christians Meeting Hindus (2004).

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Description: How should followers of Christ live in a multi-religious world? This book argues that the example of Jesus has something fresh and helpful to say to those who ponder the question. It takes something old--the example of Jesus--to say something new to our pluralist world. Most of the book examines the meetings of Jesus with Gentiles and Samaritans. These are found in some of the most poignant and dramatic encounters and teaching passages in the Gospels: a synagogue address with near-murderous consequences; the healing of a pagan centurion's servant; the setting free of the afflicted child of a Gentile mother; a moving encounter at a Samaritan well; the unlikely story of a compassionate Samaritan--and more. This is a scholarly but accessible discussion of what it might mean to "have the same attitude of mind that Christ Jesus had" in our contemporary multi-religious world. Endorsements: "Bob Robinson is to be commended for insisting that a christocentric and missional approach to interreligious dialogue is neither imperialistic nor conversation-stopping, but in fact the best way to show respect for, and have fruitful dialogue with, our non-Christian friends and colleagues. His focus on Jesus' example in his relations with Gentiles is fresh and helpful." --Gerald R. McDermott Professor of Religion, Roanoke College Author of Can Evangelicals Learn from World Religions? "Rereading the gospel story of Jesus in a pluralistic world brings forth treasures old and new: what emerges is the familiar Lord of Christian faith on the one hand, but one who is surprisingly open in his interactions with Samaritans and Gentiles (non-Jews) on the other hand. Bob Robinson leaves no stone unturned in this patient but yet invigorating Christology that shows there is so much more to consider about . . . fresh approaches to people of other faiths today." --Amos Yong J. Rodman Williams Professor of Theology, Regent University Editor with Clifton Clarke of Global Renewal, Religious Pluralism, and the Great Commission (2011) "How should believers live today in a multifaith world? Dr. Robinson argues convincingly and passionately that Jesus' encounters with Gentiles and Samaritans give a vital example for us today. In a work richly informed by studies of the historical Jesus and the first-century world, by contemporary Christology, and a Christian theology of religions, Dr. Robinson shows that 'the imitation of Christ' can guide Christians in interreligious relations today. . . . Clearly argued and scholarly but highly accessible, this important and welcome contribution is a must for all who are interested in this vital area." --Paul Trebilco Professor of New Testament, University of Otago Author of Self-Designations and Group Identity in the New Testament (2011) "Since Jesus never met a Buddhist or a Muslim, the people who seek to 'follow Jesus' have sometimes thought that his teaching and example provide no guidance for interaction with adherents of other faiths today. This book, however, demonstrates that Jesus . . . does provide just such an example, one that is invaluable for us today in our spiritually pluralistic world." --Harvey Cox Hollis Research Professor of Divinity, Harvard Divinity School Author of The Future of Faith (2009) About the Contributor(s): Bob Robinson is Senior Lecturer in Theology at Laidlaw College in Christchurch, New Zealand. He is the author of Christians Meeting Hindus (2004).
ISBN: 1498214320
ISBN13: 9781498214322
Author: Bob Robinson
Publisher: Wipf and Stock
Format: Hardcover
PublicationDate: 2012-03-23
Language: English
PageCount: 304
Dimensions: 6.0 x 0.81 x 9.0 inches
Weight: 21.12 ounces

Description: How should followers of Christ live in a multi-religious world? This book argues that the example of Jesus has something fresh and helpful to say to those who ponder the question. It takes something old--the example of Jesus--to say something new to our pluralist world. Most of the book examines the meetings of Jesus with Gentiles and Samaritans. These are found in some of the most poignant and dramatic encounters and teaching passages in the Gospels: a synagogue address with near-murderous consequences; the healing of a pagan centurion's servant; the setting free of the afflicted child of a Gentile mother; a moving encounter at a Samaritan well; the unlikely story of a compassionate Samaritan--and more. This is a scholarly but accessible discussion of what it might mean to "have the same attitude of mind that Christ Jesus had" in our contemporary multi-religious world. Endorsements: "Bob Robinson is to be commended for insisting that a christocentric and missional approach to interreligious dialogue is neither imperialistic nor conversation-stopping, but in fact the best way to show respect for, and have fruitful dialogue with, our non-Christian friends and colleagues. His focus on Jesus' example in his relations with Gentiles is fresh and helpful." --Gerald R. McDermott Professor of Religion, Roanoke College Author of Can Evangelicals Learn from World Religions? "Rereading the gospel story of Jesus in a pluralistic world brings forth treasures old and new: what emerges is the familiar Lord of Christian faith on the one hand, but one who is surprisingly open in his interactions with Samaritans and Gentiles (non-Jews) on the other hand. Bob Robinson leaves no stone unturned in this patient but yet invigorating Christology that shows there is so much more to consider about . . . fresh approaches to people of other faiths today." --Amos Yong J. Rodman Williams Professor of Theology, Regent University Editor with Clifton Clarke of Global Renewal, Religious Pluralism, and the Great Commission (2011) "How should believers live today in a multifaith world? Dr. Robinson argues convincingly and passionately that Jesus' encounters with Gentiles and Samaritans give a vital example for us today. In a work richly informed by studies of the historical Jesus and the first-century world, by contemporary Christology, and a Christian theology of religions, Dr. Robinson shows that 'the imitation of Christ' can guide Christians in interreligious relations today. . . . Clearly argued and scholarly but highly accessible, this important and welcome contribution is a must for all who are interested in this vital area." --Paul Trebilco Professor of New Testament, University of Otago Author of Self-Designations and Group Identity in the New Testament (2011) "Since Jesus never met a Buddhist or a Muslim, the people who seek to 'follow Jesus' have sometimes thought that his teaching and example provide no guidance for interaction with adherents of other faiths today. This book, however, demonstrates that Jesus . . . does provide just such an example, one that is invaluable for us today in our spiritually pluralistic world." --Harvey Cox Hollis Research Professor of Divinity, Harvard Divinity School Author of The Future of Faith (2009) About the Contributor(s): Bob Robinson is Senior Lecturer in Theology at Laidlaw College in Christchurch, New Zealand. He is the author of Christians Meeting Hindus (2004).

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