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The Day The Revolution Began

Reconsidering the Meaning of Jesus's Crucifixion
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The Day The Revolution Began by N. T. Wright explores the transformative power of the crucifixion within the Christian faith. Wright challenges traditional interpretations and suggests that Jesus's death marked the beginning of a new creation, re-establishing the intended relationship between God and humanity. This book encourages readers to see the crucifixion as a moment that launched God's plan to redeem the world, rather than just a means for personal salvation.
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This book may appeal to you if you are intrigued by Christian theology and enjoy exploring fresh interpretations of Easter and the crucifixion. N.T. Wright offers a thought-provoking perspective on the significance of Jesus's death and its implications for understanding God's plan for salvation and renewal. It is ideal for those who appreciate deep theological insights combined with scholarly research.

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The Day The Revolution Began

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The renowned scholar, Anglican bishop, and bestselling author widely considered to be the heir to C. S. Lewis contemplates the central event at the heart of the Christian faith—Jesus’ crucifixion—arguing that the Protestant Reformation did not go far enough in transforming our understanding of its meaning.

In The Day the Revolution Began, N. T. Wright once again challenges commonly held Christian beliefs as he did in his acclaimed Surprised by Hope. Demonstrating the rigorous intellect and breathtaking knowledge that have long defined his work, Wright argues that Jesus’ death on the cross was not only to absolve us of our sins; it was actually the beginning of a revolution commissioning the Christian faithful to a new vocation—a royal priesthood responsible for restoring and reconciling all of God’s creation.

Wright argues that Jesus’ crucifixion must be understood within the much larger story of God’s purposes to bring heaven and earth together. The Day the Revolution Began offers a grand picture of Jesus’ sacrifice and its full significance for the Christian faith, inspiring believers with a renewed sense of mission, purpose, and hope, and reminding them of the crucial role the Christian faith must play in protecting and shaping the future of the world.

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N.T. Wright re-examines the significance of the crucifixion, challenging traditional views of atonement by placing it within the broader narrative of Israel's history and God's creation. His work is praised for its depth, clarity, and revolutionary insights, offering a profound perspective on understanding the cross beyond personal salvation. This book is considered a key contribution to theological discussions about the meaning and impact of Jesus's death and resurrection.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780062334398

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 February 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Collins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 335g

Pages: 448

About the Author

N. T. Wright is the former bishop of Durham in the Church of England and one of the world's leading Bible scholars. He is now serving as the Chair of New Testament and Early Christianity at the School of Divinity at the University of St. Andrews. For twenty years he taught New Testament studies at Cambridge, McGill, and Oxford Universities, and he has been featured on ABC News, Dateline, The Colbert Report, and Fresh Air. Wright is the award-winning author of Surprised by Scripture, The Case for the Psalms, How God Became King, Simply Jesus, After You Believe, Surprised by Hope, Simply Christian, Scripture and the Authority of God, The Meaning of Jesus (coauthored with Marcus Borg), as well as being the translator for The Kingdom New Testament.

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