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Jewish Temple Theology and the Mystery of the Cross
Atonement and the Two Goats of Yom Kippur
Imprint: Catholic University of America Press
Professor Barry's book bridges several disciplines that increasingly are treated as hermetically sealed and separate from each other: biblical exegesis and systematic theology (in this case, soteriology). Barry's dialogue with Jewish sources on the theology of the Temple and Day of Atonement is admirable, and contributes to a refreshing perspective on traditional Christian debates about Christ’s atonement, satisfaction, and the inter-Trinitarian relations in light of the cross. A major contribution to Christian soteriology.
Richard J. Barry IV is assistant professor of theology at Providence College.
"Systematic theologians need good biblical theology. This book surpasses that requirement: it is wonderful biblical theology that is also systematic and constructive. Richard Barry treats liturgy, discipleship, and the dual requirements, for atonement, of sacrifice and sin-bearing. He thereby re-presents the Old Testament in vivid newness and re-introduces Christians to their ancient heritage. Barry's book deserves to become a classic of soteriological theology."
~Angela Franks, St. John's Seminary
"In this ambitious and creative exploration of the meaning of Christ’s cross, Richard Barry seeks to expand the craft of contemporary biblical theology. With a vast synthetic vision and bold aesthetics of ‘total immersion’ his project aims to plumb the sacred time and space of scripture."
~Anthony Giambrone, OP, author of A Quest for the Historical Christ: Scientia Christi and the Modern Study of Jesus
"This book is a treasure. The bulk of the book consists in an extraordinary biblical theology, judiciously selecting and synthesizing biblical texts, Second Temple and Rabbinic writings, and historical-critical scholarship. With beautiful prose and theological joy, Professor Barry causes this biblical (and patristic!) theology of Temple, sacrifice, and the two goats of the Day of Atonement to come alive theo-dramatically. On this foundation he then offers a critical reading of Hart and a constructive reading of Balthasar, inclusive of the latter's theology of sin as chaff, in light of the biblical image of sin as a burden or weight. The result is a magnificent work of soteriology that will instruct and enrich anyone (whether persuaded or not) who seeks to understand what Jesus Christ has accomplished."
~Matthew Levering, James N. Jr. and Mary D. Perry Chair of Theology, Mundelein Seminary