Through much of the 20th century, the quest for the historical Jesus plumbed only the synoptic Gospels - the authenticity of John was considered suspect. Blomberg reopens the investigation, sheds new light on persistent questions, and addresses all significant issues in this thorough, contemporary, and conservative commentary of the Fourth Gospel. Critical issues addressed are: authorship, date and place of origin of the Fourth Gospel - sources and omissions of the Fourth Gospel - points where John's - Gospel overlaps with the Synoptics - general indications of historicity - literary genre and unique audience of this Gospel - burden of proof and criteria of authenticity. Blomberg affirms the historical reliability of John's Gospel with intelligence and care. Includes an extensive bibliography.
