The Love of Enemy and Nonretalitation in the New Testament

by Willard M. Swartley (Editor)

Overview

The essays in this irenic book explore two pervasive New Testament teachings that are foundational to peace: Jesus' commands to love enemies and not to retaliate against those who do evil. These themes are covered from a variety of perspectives, showing the impact of Jesus' teaching throughout the New Testament.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780664253547
Publisher:	Westminster John Knox Press
Publication date:	11/01/1992
Series:	Studies in Peace and Scripture Series
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	356
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.79(d)

About the Author

Willard M. Swartley is the author of Slavery, Sabbath, War, and Women: Case Issues in Biblical Interpretation; Homosexuality: Biblical Interpretation and Moral Discernment; and Send Forth Your Light: A Vision for Peace, Mission, and Worship.