Paroimia and Parrēsia in the gospel of John : a historical-hermeneutical study / Thomas Tops.

Tübingen : Mohr Siebeck, [2022]

©2022

xviii, 497 pages ; 24 cm.

Thesis (doctoral)--Protestant Theological University of Groningen, 2021.

"The language of the Gospel of John is known for its complexity. On the basis of the modern standards of transparency and logic, previous scholars have depicted this language as obscure, confusing, and mysterious. Thomas Tops goes beyond these oversimplifications by providing an in-depth historical study of John's characterisation of Jesus' language with the terms paroimia and parrēsia. By providing original insights in these terms, the author offers a new perspective on the functioning of Johannine language. As the Johannine Jesus teaches both through paroimia and parrēsia, his language conceals and reveals at the same time. His criticism is veiled and calls on its addressees to search for the hidden meanings of his words. Veiled speech allows the Johannine Jesus to criticise his opponents and openly reveal his messianic identity to those who cannot accept the truth in any other way." --Provided by publisher

e-book version

English

April 14, 2022

Includes bibliographical references (pages 427-463) and index.

Criticism, interpretation, etc.