"Knowledge of God in Johannine Thought" is a profound scholarly examination of the theological and philosophical underpinnings of the Johannine corpus. Mary Redington explores the unique way in which the Gospel and Epistles of John approach the concept of divine knowledge, contrasting it with contemporary Hellenistic and Jewish perspectives of the early twentieth century. The work delves into the relationship between faith, love, and the intellectual apprehension of the divine, arguing that for the Johannine author, knowledge of God is not merely an abstract exercise but a transformative spiritual and lived experience.

The text carefully analyzes key terminology and thematic structures to uncover how early Christian communities understood their relationship with the Father through the Son. By investigating the intersection of mystical intuition and ethical practice, Redington provides a comprehensive overview of how the Fourth Gospel defines eternal life as the knowledge of the only true God. This study remains a significant contribution to New Testament theology, offering timeless insights into the epistemological foundations of early Christianity and the enduring legacy of Johannine mysticism.

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