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In its most simplified form, Wright elevates Second Temple Judaism above Scripture and thus subjugates Scriptural interpretation to it. Secondly, it is Wright's interpretation of the writings concerning Second Temple Judaism that he uses to interpret Scripture. What he believes is that the Pharisees did not teach justification by works and thus Paul's arguments against justification by works were something entirely different than what has been historically understood.

I highly recommend Cornelis Venema's Getting the Gospel Right: Assessing the Reformation and New Perspectives on Paul (Banner of Truth) which is his popular book on the subject or, his major work which I found to be most valuable, The Gospel of Free Acceptance in Christ: An Assessment of the Reformation and New Perspectives on Paul (Banner of Truth).

Also, I would be remiss not to direct you to Philip Evenson's book, The Great Exchange, found here on The Highway.