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Symbolism in the Fourth Gospel: meaning, mystery, community

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Craig Koester's respected study uses symbolic language of Gospel of John as a focus to explore the Gospel's literary dimensions, social and historical context, and theological import. This edition is fully revised and updated and includes a number of new sections on such topics as Judas and knowledge of God. Fresh treatments are given on a number of issues, including Gospel's Christology. This new edition offers both new insights and proven worth for students and scholars alike.

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Craig Koester's respected study uses symbolic language of Gospel of John as a focus to explore the Gospel's literary dimensions, social and historical context, and theological import. This edition is fully revised and updated and includes a number of new sections on such topics as Judas and knowledge of God. Fresh treatments are given on a number of issues, including Gospel's Christology. This new edition offers both new insights and proven worth for students and scholars alike.

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Craig Koester's respected study uses symbolic language of Gospel of John as a focus to explore the Gospel's literary dimensions, social and historical context, and theological import. This edition is fully revised and updated and includes a number of new sections on such topics as Judas and knowledge of God. Fresh treatments are given on a number of issues, including Gospel's Christology. This new edition offers both new insights and proven worth for students and scholars alike.

Key concepts: Gospel, Christology, Meaning (existential), Context (archaeology), Focus (optics), Philosophy, Literature, History

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