The Shadow of the Galilean
Like any good book review, this book review should incorporate two parts: summary and critique. (Who is the author?)Summarize the plot and the content of the book (1-2 pages double-spaced).Then, provide your critique and reflection (1-2 pages double spaced). When it comes to critique and reflection, the following questions must be addressed:1) Who is Jesus, according to Theissen?2) What are the strengths of Theissen portrayal of the context of Jesus time?3) What are the weaknesses of Theissens book and/or what is missing?4) What have you learned from Theissen that was new to you?5) Does Theissens work help you in understanding the complex background of the time and place into which Jesus came?