Sonfather Relationship And Christological Symbolism In The Gospel Of John, The

Sonfather Relationship And Christological Symbolism In The Gospel Of John, The

By Adesola Joan

Book Description

In this scholarly exploration, Adesola Joan reveals how the intimate bond between Jesus and the Father serves as the foundational thread weaving through the entire Gospel of John. Rather than viewing this ancient text as a collection of separate teachings and miracles, Joan demonstrates how every symbol, story, and theological concept connects to this central relationship.

The study traces a compelling narrative arc, beginning with the symbolic richness of John's opening verses and following the development of this divine relationship through Jesus' ministry and teachings. Joan shows how this Father-Son connection reaches its peak in the prayer of John chapter 17, then carries through to the Gospel's conclusion. This framework illuminates how the author of John crafted not just a biography, but a carefully structured symbolic system designed to reveal divine truth.

What makes this work particularly valuable is Joan's development of a comprehensive theory explaining how symbolism functions within John's Gospel. She maps out an interconnected network of symbols that she terms "John's Christological Symbology," showing how each element serves the Gospel's stated purpose: to inspire belief in Jesus as the Son of God and guide readers toward eternal life.

For those seeking to deepen their understanding of Christian spirituality and the nature of divine relationship, this volume offers fresh insights into one of Christianity's most profound texts. Joan's approach reveals how ancient wisdom speaks to contemporary seekers through layers of meaning that continue to unfold with careful study.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~7 hours)

📄 Length: 248 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Trinity
  • ✓ Explore Theology
  • ✓ Explore Fatherhood
  • ✓ Explore Criticism, interpretation
  • ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
  • ✓ Explore Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. gospels
  • ✓ Explore Symbolism in the bible
  • ✓ Explore God

Topics Covered

Trinity Theology Fatherhood Criticism, interpretation Bible Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. gospels Symbolism in the bible God Person and offices Jesus christ, divinity Son of God Biblical teaching

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