The Gospel of St. John: A Series of Discourses. New Edition

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The Gospel of St. John: A Series of Discourses. New Edition

by Frederick Denison Maurice

EN·~15 hours·35 chapters

Chapters

35 total
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THE

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THE GOSPEL OF ST. JOHN.

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FREDERICK DENISON MAURICE, M.A.,

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PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION.

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PREFACE.

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NOTES.

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DISCOURSE I. - THE JEWISH FISHERMAN, THE CHRISTIAN DIVINE.

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DISCOURSE II. - THE WORD THE LIGHT OF MEN.

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DISCOURSE III. - THE TEACHING OF JOHN THE BAPTIST.

27:08
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DISCOURSE IV. - THE LAMB OF GOD AND THE SON OF GOD.

24:17

Description

A thoughtful guide to one of the New Testament’s most mysterious books, this work presents a series of scholarly discourses that bring the Gospel of John into clear view. The author, a seasoned moral philosopher from Cambridge, writes with both academic rigor and an accessible voice, inviting listeners to explore the gospel’s deeper meanings without requiring prior expertise.

The commentary delves into well‑known textual puzzles—such as the Bethesda miracle and the story of the woman caught in adultery—examining the manuscript evidence and early church testimony that surround them. By weaving together historical criticism, linguistic insight, and philosophical reflection, the speaker offers a balanced perspective that respects tradition while encouraging fresh inquiry. Listeners will come away with a richer appreciation of the gospel’s literary texture and the ongoing conversation that shapes its interpretation.

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The Gospel of St. John: A Series of Discourses. New Edition New Edition

Language

en

Duration

~15 hours (896K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Charlene Taylor, Julia Neufeld and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Release date

2012-11-14

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Frederick Denison Maurice

Frederick Denison Maurice

1805–1872

A leading Victorian theologian and social reformer, he is best remembered as a founder of Christian socialism and as a writer who tried to connect faith with everyday working life. His ideas shaped religious debate in 19th-century England and helped inspire new approaches to education and social justice.

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