How Long to Read The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2

How Long Does it Take to Read The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 23 minutes to read The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2 by Walter T. Wilson

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

What was the original purpose of the Gospel of Matthew? For whom was it written? In this magisterial two-volume commentary, Walter Wilson interprets Matthew as a catechetical work that expresses the ideological and institutional concerns of a faction of disaffected Jewish followers of Jesus in the late first century CE. Wilson’s compelling thesis frames Matthew’s Gospel as not only a continuation of the biblical story but also as a didactic narrative intended to shape the commitments and identity of a particular group that saw itself as a beleaguered, dissident minority. Thus, the text clarifies Jesus’s essential Jewish character as the “Son of David” while also portraying him in opposition to prominent religious leaders of his day—most notably the Pharisees—and open to cordial association with non-Jews. Through meticulous engagement with the Greek text of the Gospel, as well as relevant primary sources and secondary literature, Wilson offers a wealth of insight into the first book of the New Testament. After an introduction exploring the background of the text, its genre and literary features, and its theological orientation, Wilson explicates each passage of the Gospel with thorough commentary on the intended message to first-century readers about topics like morality, liturgy, mission, group discipline, and eschatology. Scholars, students, pastors, and all readers interested in what makes the Gospel of Matthew distinctive among the Synoptics will appreciate and benefit from Wilson’s deep contextualization of the text, informed by his years of studying the New Testament and Christian origins.

How long is The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2?

The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2 by Walter T. Wilson is 488 pages long, and a total of 125,904 words.

This makes it 165% the length of the average book. It also has 154% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 28 minutes to read The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2 aloud.

What Reading Level is The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2?

The Gospel of Matthew, vol. 2 is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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