BIBFRAME Work

Title

Hellenistic influence and twins in the Gospel of Mark

Type

• Monograph
• Text

Contribution

• Pettis, Jeffrey B., 1955- (author )

Subject

• Hellenism (LCSH)
• Bible. Mark--Criticism, interpretation, etc. (LCSH)
• Christianity and other religions--Greek (LCSH)
• Twins--Religious aspects--Christianity (LCSH)
• Mysticism--Christianity (LCSH)

Language

• English

Classification

• LCC: BR128.G8 P48 2024 (Assigner: dlc) (Status: used by assigner)
• DDC: 226.3/06 (Assigner: dlc)

Content

• text

Supplementary content

• bibliography
• index

Summary

"This book explores the influence of Hellenistic culture in the Gospel of Mark with a focus on Jesus' twin disciples James and John. Jesus gives them the name Boanerges, "Sons of Zeus," referring to the Dioscuri, mythological figures known for their saving action in times of danger and distress"-- Provided by publisher.

Table of Contents

Fiery twins conflict and rising -- Angels in the temple fire and sacrifice -- Theophany and three visitors -- Personal saviors mastery of the storm -- Old and new religion and journey of the argos.

Authorized Access Point

Pettis, Jeffrey B., 1955-. Hellenistic influence and twins in the Gospel of Mark

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• Date: 2026-09-12T01:30:56.710836+00:00
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• Status: c
• Derived from: 23421770

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• Date: 2026-09-12
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• Description language: eng
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