A fresh look at the message and meaning of Marks Gospel by one of the worlds greatest living theologians.
Rowan Williams explores the essential meaning and purpose of St Marks Gospel for complete beginners as well as for those whove read the Gospel many times before and want to see it in a fresh light.
Written at a highly accessible level and packed with illuminating spiritual insights, this book would make a perfect gift for anyone thinking about confirmation, while also appealing to people who may simply be curious about Jesus and the Gospels and want to learn more about his significance.
Autorentext
Rowan Williams, Baron Williams of Oystermouth, PC, FBA, FRSL, FLSW, is a world renowned theological writer, teacher, and poet. He was the 104th Archbishop of Canterbury (2002?2012) before becoming Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge. His most recent books include A Century of Poetry (2022), Collected Poems (2021), Luminaries (2019), Being Human (2018), God With Us (2017), Being Disciples (2016) and Being Christian (2014).
Zusammenfassung
Rowan Williams explores the essential meaning and purpose of St Mark's Gospel for complete beginners - as well as for those who've read the Gospel many times before and want to see it in a fresh light. Written at a highly accessible level and packed with illuminating spiritual insights, this book would make a perfect gift for anyone thinking about confirmation, while also appealing to people who may simply be curious about Jesus and the Gospels and want to learn more about his significance.
Inhalt
Introduction vii
1 The beginning of the Gospel 1
2 Telling secrets 27
3 A lifelong passion 51
Questions for reflection or group discussion 75
Lenten reading guide 78
Notes 84
Suggestions for further reading 85