Publisher's Synopsis
The History of New Testament Criticism by Fredrick Cornwallis Conybeare is a comprehensive account of the development of biblical scholarship over the centuries. The book traces the history of New Testament criticism from its earliest beginnings in the early Christian Church to the modern era.The author provides a detailed analysis of the major figures and movements in New Testament criticism, including the textual criticism of the Bible, the study of the historical context of the New Testament, and the examination of the literary and theological aspects of the text.Conybeare explores the various approaches to New Testament criticism, including the traditional methods of biblical exegesis, the historical-critical method, and the literary-critical method. He also examines the impact of modern scholarship on the study of the New Testament, including the rise of biblical archaeology, the discoveries of the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the emergence of feminist and liberationist perspectives.The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for scholars, students, and general readers interested in the history of biblical scholarship. With its comprehensive coverage and insightful analysis, The History of New Testament Criticism is an essential reference for anyone seeking to understand the development of biblical studies over the centuries.1910. Conybeare, a distinguished Oxford philologist, has developed sketches of a movement of thought conducted by a few prominent scholars and critics. He has singled out courageous writers who, besides being learned, were ready to face obloquy and unpopularity; for, unhappily, in the domain of Biblical criticism it is difficult to please the majority of readers without being apologetic in tone and goody-goody. Contents: Ancient Exegesis; The Harmonists; The Deists; The Evangelists; Textual Criticism; Some Pioneers; Foreign Work; English Work; and The Modernists. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
