Barbara E. Bowe, RSCJ, was professor of biblical studies at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago where she taught courses in New Testament and early Christianity and directed the Biblical Spirituality Program.

Laurie Brink, OP, is associate professor of New Testament Studies at Catholic Theological Union and an associate editor for The Bible Today. She has published numerous articles on Scripture, and her most recent book focuses on the role of soldiers in Luke-Acts.

John R. Barker, OFM, is assistant professor of Old Testament Studies at Catholic Theological Union and the Old Testament book reviewer for The Bible Today. He is a regular contributor to pastoral publications such as Emmanuel Magazine, The Bible Today, and Weekday Homily Helps.

Preface to the Second Edition
Acknowledgments
Abbreviations for Biblical Books
Chronology
Introduction: Touching a Finger to the Flame
1 What Is Spirituality?
2 God beyond All Names
3 The Riddle of the World
4 The God of Blessing and Salvation
5 I Have Heard Their Cry
6 Royal Power and the Covenant Dream
7 Prophetic Spirituality
8 Wisdom Has Built Herself a House
9 Crisis and Hope
10 That Man Jesus
11 Pauline Spirituality
12 A New Heaven and a New Earth
Conclusion: Biblical Foundations of Spirituality
Epilogue: The Church That Sojourns
Notes
Glossary
Bibliography
Index of Biblical Names
Index of Proper Names
Index of Places
Index of Scripture Citations and Ancient Literature
Index of Subjects
In Memorial: Barbara Ellen Bowe, R.S.C.J.: December 1, 1945-March 14, 2010