# The Resurrection of the Son of God, 2nd Edition

Edition: The Resurrection of the Son of God is N.T. Wright’s study of ancient beliefs about life after death and early Christian claims about Jesus’s resurrection. It traces Jewish and wider Greco-Roman traditions before examining Paul, the Gospels and early Christianity, making this a substantial scholarly read rather than a short introduction.

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## At a glance

- Surveys ancient Greek and Roman perspectives on life after death alongside Jewish beliefs.
- Examines early Christian resurrection beliefs from Paul to the beginning of the third century.
- Investigates the Gospel Easter narratives, the empty tomb and claims of Jesus’s bodily resurrection.
- Connects the resurrection claim with theological and political questions.

## Pros

- Broad historical scope links ancient cultural beliefs with Jewish and early Christian traditions.
- Detailed treatment spans biblical texts, the Dead Sea Scrolls, Paul and the Gospels.
- Useful for readers seeking an extended historical and theological discussion rather than a brief overview.

## Cons

- At 848 pages, it requires a substantial time commitment.
- Its focus on historical and theological argument may not suit readers looking for a devotional or introductory treatment.

## Specifications

### Publication
- Publisher: SPCK Publishing
- Publication date: 19 Jan. 2017
- Edition: 2nd
- Language: English
- Print length: 848 pages
- ISBN-10: 0281074461
- ISBN-13: 978-0281074464
### Dimensions and installation
- Weight listed: 1.27 kg
- Dimensions: 15.6 x 4.27 x 23.39 cm

## Before you buy

- This is a lengthy, weighty book. Consider its listed 1.27 kg weight and dimensions if portability matters. The product description presents Wright’s historical conclusions and arguments, not a neutral guarantee of settled findings.

## A good fit for

- Readers studying Christian origins, resurrection beliefs or New Testament history.
- Readers interested in comparing ancient Greek and Roman, Jewish and early Christian ideas about life after death.
- Those seeking an in-depth theological and historical account of the Easter narratives.

## Less suited to

- Readers wanting a short introduction or devotional reading.
- Buyers prioritising a lightweight book for frequent carrying.

## Customer feedback

Aggregate ratings lean strongly towards the five-star category, with a smaller four-star share and relatively few lower ratings. This suggests generally favourable reception among those who rated it, but ratings alone do not explain why readers liked or disliked it. The book’s extensive historical and theological scope may be most relevant to readers prepared for a detailed study, rather than those seeking a concise introduction.

## Frequently asked questions

### What subjects does the book cover?
It compares ancient Greek and Roman ideas about life after death with Jewish beliefs, then considers early Christian resurrection claims, including Paul and the Gospels.
### Is this a short introduction?
No. The listing gives a print length of 848 pages, so it is a substantial study.
### What edition is listed?
The product details identify it as the 2nd edition, published by SPCK Publishing on 19 Jan. 2017.

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