A thoughtful, accessible challenge to Jewish objections about Jesus as the Messiah.
This volume analyzes biblical prophecies, examine's David Levi’s views, and weighs the evidence for Jesus’ divine character in a clear, respectful, historical context.
Written for readers interested in 19th-century theological debate, it offers a critical look at how the Messiah is interpreted in Scripture and how those interpretations have shaped dialogue between Christians and Jews. The work blends textual analysis with reflections on doctrine, aiming to illuminate the stakes of the dispute without sensationalism.
What you’ll gain from this edition includes a closer reading of key prophecies, an understanding of the debate over Jewish identity in prophecy, and a historical perspective on how these discussions have evolved in Christian apologetics.
- Clear explanations of prophetic interpretation and its implications for faith and history.
- Discussion of the roles of different parties in the crucifixion narrative and their interpretive weight.
- Insight into how 19th-century scholars approached dialogue with Jewish readers.
Ideal for readers of religious history, biblical criticism, and Christian–Jewish dialogue who want a structured introduction to these debates.