One of the most daunting tasks facing New Testament interpreters is developing a thorough understanding of the vast array of ancient primary sources from Greco-Roman, Jewish, and Pagan traditions. From the enigmatic Paraphrase of Shem to the rich Pesiqta Rabbati, scholars and students must grasp the content, historical context, and significance of these documents in NT interpretation. Historically, acquiring even a basic proficiency in this literature has required either extensive experience or an exceptional memory. However, Craig A. Evans has now distilled the essential information on date, language, text, translations, and bibliography, as well as evaluating the material's relevance to NT interpretation. The volume also includes six comprehensive appendices, featuring a detailed list of NT quotations, allusions, and parallels, and a comparative analysis of Jesus' parables with those of the rabbis, designed to save researchers valuable time. This authoritative work is poised to become a seminal textbook in NT studies, and its utility for anyone engaged in serious NT research will soon become apparent.