Sloyan, Gerard S., 1919-

Why Jesus died / Gerard S. Sloyan. - Minneapolis, MN : Fortress Press, c1995. - vi, 154 pages ; 18 cm. - Facets. . - Facets (Fortress Press) .

"This volume is an edited excerpt of The crucifixion of Jesus by Gerard S. Sloyan (Minneapolis : Fortress Press, 1995)"--T.p. verso.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 135-151).

The crucifixion of Jesus: how, why, and by whom? -- How Jesus' death came to be seen as redemptive -- How Jesus' death was blamed on "the Jews."

0800636937 (pbk.)

Acc#43776


Jesus Christ--Crucifixion.
Jesus Christ--Passion--Role of Jews.


Satisfaction for sin.
Atonement.

BT 453 / Sl59 1995