N. T Wright

Esteemed scholar N. T. Wright explores some of Paul's earliest epistles, rich with vitality, questions, challenges, enthusiasm and awareness of God's transformative presence and Spirit. These three letters-Galatians, 1 Thessalonians and 2 Thessalonians-constitute some of Paul's earliest writings to nascent Christian communities. They are our earliest documents, teeming with vitality, enquiries, challenges, enthusiasm and the awareness of God's transformative...

"We have been drifting into a muddle and a mess, putting together bits and pieces of traditions, ideas and practices in the hope that they will make sense. They don't. There may be times when a typical Anglican fudge is a pleasant, chewy sort of thing, but this isn't one of them. It's time to think and speak clearly and act decisively." With these robust words Tom Wright, Bishop of Durham, throws down a challenge to current liturgy and practice surrounding...

Unlock John's gospel (chapters 11-21) with N. T. Wright's accessible translation and insightful commentary. He sheds light on the New Testament context, making John's profound message relatable to all readers. The gospel of John, cherished by many, is deceptively simple yet profoundly moving. Its author appears as a close friend of Jesus, continually pondering his words and deeds, praying deeply and helping others grasp the essence. Throughout the...

Interpreting Paul brings together N. T. Wright's most important articles on Paul and his letters since the publication of his magisterial Paul and the Faithfulness of God in 2013. Many of the included studies have never been published or only available in hard-to-find larger volumes and journals. Here is a rich feast for all serious students of the Bible. Each essay will amply reward those looking for detailed, incisive, and exquisitely nuanced exegesis,...

Encounter Jesus as Messiah, Teacher and the Son of Man in the 20th Anniversary Edition of Matthew for Everyone, Part 2 (Chapters 16-28). This edition features an updated biblical text translation and a study guide for group and individual exploration. Experience the vivid reimagining of the gospel of Matthew through N. T. Wright's updated, accessible translation and enlightening commentary. In Matthew's portrayal, Jesus takes on multiple roles: the...

Respected biblical scholar N. T. Wright delivers an accessible commentary on Paul's second letter to Corinth, delving into the complexities of suffering, loss and the profound significance of Jesus' life, death and resurrection. Paul's second letter to Corinth diverges significantly from the first. It reveals a profound sense of loss and suffering from the outset. Within this letter, Paul delves deeper into sorrow and hurt, grappling with how to...

Interpreting Scripture brings together N. T. Wright's most important articles on Scripture and hermeneutics over the last two decades. Many of the included studies have never been published or only available in hard-to-find larger volumes and journals. Here is a rich feast for all serious students of the Bible. Each essay will amply reward those looking for detailed, incisive, and exquisitely nuanced exegesis, resulting in a clearer, deeper, and more...

Enlarged print edition now available! In this penultimate volume of the New Testament for Everyone series, Tom Wright explores the early Christian letters, also known as the general or catholic epistles. These letters include James, first and second Peter, first, second, and third John, and Jude. Tom Wright has undertaken a tremendous task: to provide guides to all the books of the New Testament, and to include in them his own translation of the entire...

Step into the vibrant world of the gospel of Matthew with the guidance of esteemed Bible scholar N. T. Wright as he brings the profound message and timeless significance of this gospel to life, making it accessible and engaging for contemporary readers. N. T. Wright's updated translation and insightful commentary breathe fresh life into the gospel of Matthew. Here, Jesus emerges as a multifaceted figure: the long-awaited Messiah, a teacher surpassing...

This first volume in the series Christian Origins and the Question of God provides a historical, theological, and literary study of first-century Judaism and Christianity. Wright offers a preliminary discussion of the meaning of the word god within those cultures, as he explores the ways in which developing an understanding of those first-century cultures are of relevance for the modern world.