| Author |
Erdman, Charles Rosenbury, 1866-1960 |
| Title |
The Gospel of Luke, an exposition
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Summary |
"The Gospel of Luke" by Charles R. Erdman is a theological exposition written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the Gospel according to Luke, emphasizing its literary beauty, the grandeur of its themes, and the significant events surrounding the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Erdman's commentary provides insights that aim to deepen the reader's understanding of the Scripture, detailing Jesus' life from the Annunciation to his birth and the subsequent early years. The opening of this exposition introduces the elegance of Luke's writing and the foundational context of the Gospel. Erdman discusses the character of Luke, identified as a healer and companion of Paul, who carefully crafted this Gospel to present the life of Jesus with accuracy and compassion. The author highlights key events such as the announcement by the angel Gabriel to both Zacharias and Mary about the births of John the Baptist and Jesus, underscoring themes of divine intervention and the joyous nature of salvation. The narrative paints a vivid picture of Jesus's early life and the expectations surrounding his mission, setting the stage for deeper exploration of his teachings and impact as outlined in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible. Luke -- Commentaries
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
26881 |
| Release Date |
Oct 11, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 23, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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