The Epistle of Barnabas

A Commentary

by Jonathan Lookadoo

Book cover: The Epistle of Barnabas

Extent: 330 pages

Publisher: James Clarke & Co

Subjects: Biblical Studies

Language: English

Paperback (No longer our product)

(August 2024)

ISBN: 9780227180051

Price: $45.00

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PDF (Published)

(August 2024)

ISBN: 9780227180068

Price: $36.00

The Epistle of Barnabas explores the multifaceted spiritual interpretations and theological beliefs of the Epistle of Barnabas.


The Epistle of Barnabas explores the multifaceted spiritual interpretations and theological beliefs of the Epistle of Barnabas, moving beyond a reductive consideration of its Two Ways Tradition, or focus on its anti-Jewish use of Scripture. Lookadoo considers the epistle’s authorship, dating, and opponents, alongside detailed analysis of literary connection and scholarly discourse, which brings clarity and understanding to this fascinating early Christian text. With a fresh English translation of the Greek text, this book is a well-researched and nuanced interpretation of the text, crucial for students of early Christianity and illuminating for anyone seeking to understand the origins of Christianity.

  • By (author) Jonathan Lookadoo

"With this book, Jonathon Lookadoo has provided a first-rate introduction and commentary on the Epistle of Barnabas, the first to appear in English for several decades. It reveals the author's in-depth knowledge of the text of the epistle and thorough familiarity with the scholarly discourse on Barnabas. The book is highly recommended, especially for students of early Christianity but also for a wider readership." Reidar Hvalvik, MF Norwegian School of Theology