James F. McGrath, New Testament scholar, blogger, and author, takes us beyond the camel’s hair and honey to reintroduce us to John the Baptizer as a key figure in first-century Jewish resistance and reform.
McGrath doesn’t treat John as a prelude to Jesus — he sees him as a prophetic force in his own right, rooted in apocalyptic hope and radical renewal. He draws on ancient sources, a rich, Jewish context, and cutting-edge historical analysis to bring John’s voice into sharper focus — messy, wild, and deeply rooted in the spirit of resistance and renewal.
Expect fresh takes, accessible insight, and deep respect for the historical complexity of this wild desert prophet.
Celebrating John Dominic Crossan at 90!
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