This book explores the biblical conception of mystery as an initial, partially hidden revelation that is subsequently more fully revealed, shedding light not only on the richness of the concept itself, but also on the broader relationship between the Old and New Testaments. As such, it is a model for attentive and faithful biblical theology.
Introduction
The use of mystery in Daniel
The use of mystery in early Judaism
The use of mystery in Matthew
The use of mystery in Romans
The use of mystery in 1 Corinthians
The use of mystery in Ephesians
The use of mystery in Colossians
The use of mystery in 2 Thessalonians
The use of mystery in 1 Timothy
The use of mystery in Revelation
Mystery without mystery in the New Testament
The Christian mystery and the pagan mystery religions
Conclusion