The Testimony of the Exalted Jesus: The 'Testimony of Jesus' in the Book of Revelation

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Dr Sarah Underwood Dixon (University of Cambridge, UK)

The Testimony of the Exalted Jesus

The 'Testimony of Jesus' in the Book of Revelation

Dr Sarah Underwood Dixon (University of Cambridge, UK)

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T.& T.Clark Ltd
18 May 2017

The historical Jesus; New Testaments

Series: The Library of New Testament Studies

The interpretation of the phrase 'the testimony of Jesus' in the Book of Revelation has been the centre of much debate, with no clear consensus regarding its meaning. One of the most important but often neglected issues is whether or not the phrase can be read consistently across each instance of its occurrence. The opening lines of the Apocalypse clearly specify that 'the testimony of Jesus' is a moniker for the book of Revelation itself, indicating that the phrase is an internal self-reference to the book's own message. Nevertheless, most interpreters are reluctant to apply this interpretation to the phrase in other parts of the book, leading to varied and inconsistent interpretations of the phrase.

Following the intratextual pattern of the apocalyptic books of Daniel and 1 Enoch we can see that it is entirely possible that 'the testimony of Jesus' is a reference to Revelation's own message, an interpretation which is then supported by Dixon's in-depth study of each of the passages in which the phrase occurs. The exploration of the rhetorical impact of interpreting the phrase in this way shows that 'the testimony of Jesus' is not just another title for John's writing, but is something that is given to and even characterizes those who hear the message of the Apocalypse.

By: Dr Sarah Underwood Dixon (University of Cambridge UK)
Imprint: T.& T.Clark Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 443g
ISBN: 9780567672650
ISBN 10: 0567672654
Series: The Library of New Testament Studies
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 18 May 2017
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Sarah Underwood Dixon is an Affiliated Lecturer for the University of Cambridge, UK.

Reviews for The Testimony of the Exalted Jesus: The 'Testimony of Jesus' in the Book of Revelation

Clearly argued and thoughtful monograph ... A model of clarity in terms of its argument and conclusions. It demonstrates a deep knowledge of the text and the apocalyptic world in which it sits ... A valuable addition to the field. * The Expository Times *