John: A Pastoral and Contextual Commentary(Asia Bible Commentary Series)

The Gospel of John is one of the significant writings that appeals to Asian spirituality and ideals in a variety of ways. John's unique features as a literary masterpiece encompass the feelings and aspirations of the Asian consciousness. The Gospel's genre dynamism, features of setting, ideological constructs, character traits, plot structure, and point of view reflect and reveal its assimilative power to resonate with the situational aspects of Asian communities. John is better understood rhetorically within the religious and cultural contexts of Asia. In this commentary, Dr. Johnson Thomaskutty explores the possibilities of a pastoral and contextual reading of the Gospel of John. The Asia Bible Commentary Series empowers Christian believers in Asia to read the Bible from within their respective contexts. Holistic in its approach to the text, each exposition of the biblical books combines exegesis and application. The ultimate goal is to strengthen the body of Christ in Asia by providing a pastoral and contextual exposition of every book of the Bible.

About the Author :
JOHNSON THOMASKUTTY is a professor of New Testament and the chairperson of the biblical studies department at United Theological College, Bengaluru, India. He holds a PhD from Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen, Netherlands. He is the author of "Dialogue in the Book of Signs: A Polyvalent Analysis of John 1:19-12:50" (Brill, 2015) and "Saint Thomas the Apostle: New Testament, Apocrypha, and Historical Traditions"(Bloomsbury T&T Clark, 2018), as well as editor of "An Asian Introduction to the New Testament" (Fortress, 2022).

Review :
Knowing Christian and Asian traditions inside out, Thomaskutty draws a sustained comparison between John and the East and puts them into dialogue. George van Kooten, PhD Lady Margaret's Professor of Divinity, University of Cambridge, UK Written in and for an Asian context, Johnson Thomaskutty's commentary not only provides a clear analysis of the text of John's Gospel but also indicates points of contact and comparison with Asian religious and cultural traditions, and with contemporary Asian societies, which will be illuminating for many readers. David G. Horrell, PhD Professor of New Testament Studies, University of Exeter, UK Once again one of the most prolific and distinguished Asian biblical scholars, Dr. Thomaskutty, presents an insightful and dynamic interpretation of the Gospel of John within the diverse religious and cultural context of Asia. It is essential reading for anyone seeking to encounter the transformative power of God. Xiaoli Yang, PhD Honorary Research Associate and Adjunct Lecturer, University of Divinity, Australia This commentary by Johnson Thomaskutty is a profound exploration of the Gospel of John, providing readers with deep insights and cultural sensitivity. This commentary, blending rigorous scholarship with diverse Asian perspectives, unveils the profound realities of John's Gospel within the dynamic context of Asia. Biju Chacko, DTh Principal and Professor of New Testament, New Theological College, India How can we, Indians in particular and Asians in general, read and understand the Bible in our cultural context without losing the core value of biblical text? This work of Dr. Johnson Thomaskutty is an answer to the question, and stands as an example for any Asian who wants to read the Bible in their own socio-religious-political contexts. Thawng Ceu Hnin, PhD Professor of New Testament, Evangelical Theological Seminary, India