Biblia Americana

The annotations in this volume provide a rich exploration of biblical interpretation, focusing on the New Testament letters and Revelation. Cotton Mather addresses Enlightenment challenges to biblical authority and key doctrines, tackling issues of translation and textual variants. His extensive commentary on Revelation reveals his evolving views on millennialism and eschatology. Additionally, Mather's essays reflect a dialogue with German Pietism, advocating for an experiential hermeneutic and engaging with the historical context of Scriptures and the interplay between Judaism and Christianity.