This ground-breaking commentary on The Revelation to John (the Apocalypse) reveals its far-reaching influence on society and culture, and its impact on the church through the ages.

• Explores the far-reaching influence of the Apocalypse on society and culture.
  
• Shows the book's impact on the Christian church through the ages.
  
• Looks at interpretations of the Apocalypse by theologians, ranging from Augustine to late twentieth century liberation theologians.
  
• Considers the book's effects on writers, artists, musicians,...

This ground-breaking commentary on The Revelation to John (the Apocalypse) reveals its far-reaching influence on society and culture, and its impact on the church through the ages.

• Explores the far-reaching influence of the Apocalypse on society and culture.
  
• Shows the book's impact on the Christian church through the ages.
  
• Looks at interpretations of the Apocalypse by theologians, ranging from Augustine to late twentieth century liberation theologians.
  
• Considers the book's effects on writers, artists, musicians,...

In Clement's Biblical Exegesis scholars from six countries explore various facets of Clement of Alexandria's hermeneutical theory and his exegetical practice. Although research on Clement has tended to emphasize his use of philosophical sources, Clement was important not only as a Christian philosopher, but also as a pioneer Christian exegete. His works constitute a crucial link in the tradition of Alexandrian exegesis, but his biblical exegesis has received much less attention than that of Philo or Origen. Topics discussed include how Clement's methods of allegorical interpretation...