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Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781473642591
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Age Range: Adult
Overview
Hidden Christmas is Timothy Keller's thought-provoking exploration of the nativity story, uncovering the surprising details tucked inside the opening chapters of Matthew's gospel. Rather than retelling the familiar carol-card version of Christmas, Keller digs into the genealogy, the role of women, and the cultural shockwaves of Jesus' birth. It's a short, accessible read that invites both sceptics and believers to see the Christmas story with fresh eyes, discovering depth and meaning many overlook each December.
About the Book
The New Testament opens not with drama or poetry but with a genealogy — a list many readers skim past. Yet as Timothy Keller shows in Hidden Christmas, this list is anything but ordinary. Matthew's gospel provocatively includes women in Jesus' family line, a striking choice in an ancient culture where women held little power or social standing. By tracing these overlooked figures, Keller uncovers a colourful, sometimes scandalous, and ultimately grace-filled account of how Jesus came into the world.
Across the book's chapters, Keller unpacks the deeper theological and historical layers behind the nativity: the meaning of Christ's names, the significance of the virgin birth, the identity of the wise men, and the political tensions surrounding Herod's reaction to the newborn king. He writes with the clarity and warmth that made him one of the most widely read Christian thinkers of his generation, translating complex theology into everyday language without losing its depth.
Hidden Christmas is ideal reading for the Advent season, whether as a personal devotional, a small-group study, or a thoughtful gift for someone curious about the real story behind the holiday. At just 160 pages, it's substantial enough to prompt real reflection, yet short enough to read in a few sittings during a busy December.
- Fresh, scholarly yet accessible take on the Christmas story
- Written by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller
- Perfect for Advent devotions, book clubs, or gifting
- Explores overlooked details in Matthew's gospel
- Compact 160-page paperback, easy to read in a short time
- Thought-provoking for both believers and sceptics
About the Author
Timothy James Keller (1950–2023) was an American Presbyterian pastor, preacher, theologian, and Christian apologist. He was the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, New York City, and the chairman and co-founder of Redeemer City to City, an organisation that trains pastors for service around the world. Keller authored numerous New York Times bestselling books, including The Reason for God and The Prodigal God, and was widely regarded as one of the most influential Christian thinkers of his generation.
Why You'll Love This Book
Hidden Christmas offers a refreshingly honest, deeply researched look at the nativity story that goes far beyond nativity plays and carols — perfect for anyone wanting a more meaningful Advent this year.
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