John J. Pilch, a highly-regarded biblical scholar and author, taught at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland and passed away in 2016. Among his numerous publications are The Cultural World of Jesus, The Cultural World of the Apostles, and The Cultural World of the Prophets series published by Liturgical Press.
Not knowing how the ancients understood certain words, modern
readers can be led astray as to the true meaning of what the
Scriptures intend to say. We are beholden to Dr. Pilch for his
scholarly approach to providing new insights into Scriptures which
embellish the celebrations of the paschal mystery. Having devoured
his clarifications of the Scriptures used for the Triduum and
Easter liturgies, I can't wait for the opportunity to preach this
coming Holy Week.Fr. William Gulas, OFM, Pastor, St. Stanislaus
Church, Cleveland, Ohio
John Pilch has done it again! He has given us new eyes with which
to read the biblical text honestly in light of its underlying human
reality. His new book is an indispensable resource for preachers
and liturgy planners, as well as a meditation-starter for those of
us in the pew.Irene Nowell, OSB, Author of Women in the Old
Testament and Sing a New Song
For preachers, liturgists, and musicians responsible for the
liturgies of the Triduum, John Pilch's new offering The Triduum and
Easter Sunday is an important resource. The task of preaching the
Holy Week Scriptures is one of building bridges between the ancient
culture and the contemporary American culture. As a bridge builder,
John Pilch is unparalleled!Ann T. Ruggaber, MRE, Pastoral
Associate, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Hampton,
Virginia
The Triduum texts which we have heard proclaimed for years can take
on fresh meaning and insight when we learn to listen with an
understanding of Middle Eastern family, culture, patronage, and
honor. In The Triduum and Easter Sunday, Dr. John Pilch once more
opens our eyes and hearts to a new way of hearing and living in the
Scriptures, this time for the season which celebrates the mystery
which is core to our faith.Margie Sullivan, Minister of Adult
Formation, Church of the Holy Family, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Pilch's work provides helpful background information and would be
useful to preachers, catechists, liturgists, and those interested
in Scripture study.Liturgy Re/Sources
In this most-welcome companion piece to his earlier The Cultural
World of Jesus, Pilch provides very helpful background and
theological commentary on the oft-neglected Sunday second readings.
Through his bright illumination of the cultural scenario behind and
in the readings he offers multiple insights for both preachers and
liturgy planners. He has given the preaching of Peter, Paul, James,
and John an eloquent contemporary voice.Robert J. Karris, OFM,
Professor and Researcher in Residence at The Franciscan Institute,
St. Bonaventure University
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