Peter in the Gospel of John: The Making of an Authentic Disciple (Society of Biblical Literature Academia Biblica)

Blaine Jr, Bradford B; Blaine, Brad

ISBN 10: 1589832728 / ISBN 13: 9781589832725

Published by Society of Biblical Literature, 2007

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Peter in the Gospel of John: The Making of an Authentic Disciple (Society of Biblical Literature Academia Biblica)
• Publisher: Society of Biblical Literature
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1589832728
• ISBN 13: 9781589832725
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

In this narrative-critical study Bradford B. Blaine Jr. argues, against conventional scholarship, that John's Gospel presents Peter and the Beloved Disciple not as competitors but as colleagues who together serve as composite halves of the ideal Johannine Christian, with Peter representing praxis and John representing faith. Not only does Peter carry out activities fundamental to Johannine discipleship during Jesus' earthly ministry, which include believing in Jesus, following him, and publicly confessing him, but he also demonstrates post-Easter missionary skills and is invested by the risen Jesus with pastoral responsibilities. Finally, in dying a martyr's death, Peter glorifies God. Peter, in fact, is depicted in this Gospel as an inspirational founding member of the Johannine community.

About the Author

Bradford B. Blaine Jr., Ph.D. (2006) in Theology (New Testament Studies), Oxford University, has taught New Testament and Biblical Exegesis at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C.