Books by Pheme Perkins

First and Second Peter, James, and Jude have existed on the edges of the canon throughout the centuries. In this volume in the Interpretation series, Pheme Perkins casts light on these often neglected writings. She ably demonstrates that these "catholic epistles" have, in fact, much to offer to today's...

"Highly recommended....She brings both a sure grasp of biblical scholarship and an understanding of the interedependence of scripture and the church". Liguorian

The Paideia series offers critically acclaimed commentaries from today's top scholars. Perkins exposes theological meaning in First Corinthians by tracing its use of rhetorical strategies.

Professor Perkins compares Jesus with other types of teachers in his day: philosophers, interpreters of the law, prophets, and visionaries. Jesus is characterized as a charismatic teacher and prophet who addressed his message to all people, as opposed to the elite groups taught in formal schools in ancient times.