Rabbinic Literature and the New Testament

The book provides a critical examination of how New Testament scholarship has engaged with rabbinic literature, highlighting the oversimplifications made by various scholars, including Helmut Koester and E.P. Sanders. Neusner meticulously analyzes their interpretations and methodologies, arguing for a more nuanced understanding of the connections between rabbinic texts and New Testament writings. This work challenges prevailing academic assumptions and calls for a deeper exploration of the historical and literary contexts of these religious documents.