Philip W. Comfort è un distinto studioso della letteratura inglese e del Nuovo Testamento, che applica la sua vasta conoscenza alla sua scrittura. Il suo lavoro approfondisce le complessità dei testi biblici e la loro evoluzione. Come esperto redattore e autore, ha contribuito a numerose pubblicazioni, avvicinando ai lettori la storia e la lingua biblica con chiarezza e acume.
The Tyndale Bible Dictionary features the work of 139 Bible scholars in more than 1,000 articles. Thousands of cross-references enable users to find additional information and details about other topics. Includes pictures, maps, and illustrations. --From publisher's description.
If only we could hold the actual words of Luke's descriptive narrative or Paul's outpouring of pastoral pain to the church at Corinth. Now we can. A continuing quest to recover the New Testament text allows Christians to open their Bibles with confidence that the words approximate the writers' Greek quill strokes or the English equivalents. Such thought breaths excitement into Philip Comfort's history of the New Testament text and discussion of the credibility (and limitations) of texts and translations. Comfort challenges the view that early copyists were careless and took editorial liberties. He argues that their accuracy and integrity are indisputable. While this task involves comparing manuscripts, technical facts are framed in historical and cultural color. He assures Christians that even uncovering the paper signed by Paul would not change our understanding of what he said. This introduction to the work of textual criticism challenges students to continue the quest for the original text. It is essentially a sequel to 'Early Manuscripts and Modern Translations of the New Testament'
"These are poems about confluence--of rivers and sea, of sea and shore, of both with man and dog, of father and son, of spirit and Spirit. They are laced with close observation, awe, humility, pleasure, and pondering. If you love where the ocean meets the land (and all the creatures drawn to that meeting), you will value these words of poetic tribute." -- Daniel Taylor Professor of English, Bethel University
Although valuable for their early witness to the text of the Greek New Testament, the influence of the papyri on Bible translations in this century has largely gone unnoticed. Early Manuscripts & Modern Translations of the New Testament redresses this failure by providing a detailed profile of nearly 70 major New Testament papyri and assessing their effect on modern English Bible translations. A five-page bibliography on textual criticism and fourteen photos of ancient papyrus manuscripts round out this fascinating study.
This remarkable poem offers a poetic interpretation of Jesus's life, drawing inspiration from the Gospels. The narrative unfolds with a deep exploration of themes central to Christ's journey, showcasing the beauty and complexity of his experiences. Through vivid imagery and lyrical expression, the poet captures the essence of spiritual and human struggles, inviting readers to reflect on the profound impact of Jesus's teachings and actions.
Exploring the vastness of the sea, this collection showcases stream of consciousness poetry that breaks away from traditional grammar and syntax. Influenced by G.M. Hopkins, Comfort's innovative verses are designed for vocal expression. The poems subtly celebrate a Creator God, portraying His immense power through imagery of hurricanes and ocean waves, while also reflecting His mercy and love for humanity. The work captures the duality of God's nature as both a formidable force and a nurturing presence in Creation.
The New Testament is rich with poetic elements, featuring significant speeches by Jesus, such as the Beatitudes and the Sermon on the Mount, alongside hymns from the Epistles and Revelation. Reading the Greek text reveals many poetic passages that enhance understanding and evoke emotions. These works not only convey theological messages but also engage the imagination, showcasing the artistic depth within the scripture.
"The Greek edition known as the Textus Receptus, current in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, has thousands more words than the primitive text presented in the manuscripts of the second through fourth centuries. Major English translations of the 1500s and 1600s such as Tyndale's New Testament and the King James Version, based on the Textus Receptus, have all these extra verses, phrases, and words."--Page 7.