Product guide

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.

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.

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Pros and cons

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.

Technical specifications

9 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

What to know before buying

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.

Who is it for?

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 reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 496 ratings

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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.