Short Stories by Jesus

Book • 2014

In *Short Stories by Jesus*, Amy-Jill Levine provides a nuanced analysis of Jesus' parables, challenging traditional interpretations that have often been tainted by anti-Semitism and misogyny.

By understanding the original Jewish context, Levine reveals how these stories remain provocative and relevant for contemporary readers.

The book explores nine key parables, including the Lost Sheep, the Good Samaritan, and the Prodigal Son, offering insights into their historical and cultural significance.

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Jon Collins

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Jon Collins

as the author of a book that places Jesus' parables in their first-century Jewish context.

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Mentioned by Pastor Jenna Daniels as a resource for understanding the parable of the prodigal son.

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