The Composition Of Mark's Gospel: Selected Stud... May 2026

Edited by David E. Orton and published by Brill , the collection highlights Mark's transition from being viewed as a simple editor to a "creative composer".

: The technique of interpolating one story inside another (also known as intercalation). The Composition of Mark's Gospel: Selected Stud...

: Detailed studies within the book examine specific literary techniques unique to Mark, such as: Edited by David E

: The volume explores the widely held scholarly view that Mark was the original inventor of the "Gospel" genre, serving as the earliest model for later evangelists like Matthew and Luke. The Composition of Mark's Gospel: Selected Stud...

A key feature of the book is its comprehensive documentation of how scholarly understanding of Mark has evolved over four decades.