Publisher's Synopsis
In this fascinating book, Óscar Fábrega, a renowned historian specializing in the history of religions, immerses us in a journey of discovery of the New Testament. Its pages contain surprising curiosities and little known facts about the formation of this fundamental literary corpus for the Christian faith. Contrary to what many might think, the New Testament is not a homogeneous compilation of theological ideas. In its pages are found the doctrinal proposals of different Christianity's, offering a diverse and sometimes contradictory vision. When and why did Judaism separate from Christianity? Who were the authors of the works that make up this body of books? These and many other questions find answers in this captivating account. As early as A.D. 175, the list of works that would make up the New Testament was already defined. But why does everything seem to revolve around Paul of Tarsus? Óscar Fábrega unravels this enigma and shows us how the figure of Paul, St. Paul, played a crucial role in the configuration of the Bible. Chapter by chapter, the author gives us a thorough and rigorous understanding of how, when and why these works were written. In addition, he delights us with a multitude of curiosities and unknown anecdotes related to the story of Jesus of Nazareth and his followers in the decades after the crucifixion. If you are passionate about history and religion, and want to know the ins and outs of the New Testament, this book is a must. Óscar Fábrega will take you by the hand on a fascinating journey through the secrets and surprises hidden behind the most important sacred texts of Christianity.
