daniel j. harrington sj

Johns Gospel is a literary and theological masterpiecebut therein lays the problem for many people in the pew. Believing Johns Gospel to be too abstract and spiritual for them to comprehend they never read it for themselves; as a result they miss out on the amazing beauty and simplicity of Johns message. In Meeting St. John Today renowned biblical scholar Daniel J. Harrington SJ offers a clear concise and respectful presentation of this rich Gospel while bridging the gap between modern biblical scholarship and Christian spirituality. This quick-moving book includes among other topics a look at the historical setting of Johns Gospel a narrative analysis of the Gospel and an overview of its theological message. Meeting St. John Today serves as an excellent resource for Bible-study groups or for any individual who wants to discover and put into practice the simple treasures this special Gospel has to offer.