A Brief Introduction to the New Testament - Second Edition

A Brief Introduction to the New Testament, Second Edition by Bart D. Ehrman

A Brief Introduction to the New Testament by Bart D. Ehrman is an accessible textbook that examines the New Testament from a historical, literary, and comparative perspective. This second edition is a concise version of Ehrman’s larger introduction to early Christian writings, designed for students and readers who want a clear overview of the origins and diversity of the New Testament.

The book explores the Greco-Roman world, early Judaism, the historical Jesus, the Gospels, Acts, Paul’s letters, other epistles, and early Christian traditions. Full-colour features include maps, timelines, study questions, photos, glossary terms, and special text boxes on topics such as the Gospel of Judas and important Greek manuscripts.

Informative and well organized, this volume is a strong choice for readers interested in biblical studies, Christian origins, religious history, New Testament scholarship, and academic approaches to Scripture.

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