A fascinating anthology of quotes and stories popular in Mediterranean society during the first centuriesfamiliar tales often reflected in the gospel stories. The pages of this unique reference work draw a vivid and colorful picture of popular culture in the ancient world

English summary: This book presents the first comprehensive study of the Matthean controversy stories. The study draws the conclusion that they are motivated by the continuing mission to Israel and by the attempt to delegitimize Pharisaic leadership within formative Judaism. German description: Mit diesem Buch wird die erste ausfuhrliche Studie

This special anniversary collection, published on the occasion of AAM's centennial, features cartoons from The New Yorker from 1930 to 2005. The selections enclosed depict the silent humors of the museum experience, the funny ways in which we use museums as a space to interact and react.

Authoritative chapters chart new developments of gospels interpretation in four main areas: background, content, interpretation and impact.

English summary: Flavius Josephus' works are an invaluable source of material for the history of Judaism in the 1st century AD. The articles in this conference volume deal mainly with the 'mutual perceptions between Josephus' works and New Testament writings. In a discussion between theologians, experts in Jewish studies, ancient