Christian anti-Semitism and Paul's theology
Book Description
In the aftermath of the Holocaust, Christianity faces a profound reckoning with its historical relationship to Judaism. This thoughtful examination explores how centuries of Christian interpretation of Paul's letters contributed to anti-Semitic attitudes that reached their devastating climax in the twentieth century.
Sidney G. Hall embarks on a careful investigation, tracing the theological roots of Christian anti-Judaism through the lens of Pauline scholarship. Rather than accepting traditional interpretations at face value, he draws upon contemporary biblical scholarship to reexamine Paul's actual teachings about the Law, covenant, and the significance of Christ's crucifixion.
Focusing primarily on Paul's letters to the Galatians and Romans, Hall navigates through recent scholarly discoveries that challenge long-held assumptions about Paul's relationship to Judaism. His work addresses a critical question for modern Christianity: Is it possible to maintain a robust Christian faith while simultaneously honoring and including the Jewish people?
This scholarly yet accessible exploration offers readers a pathway toward understanding how Christian theology might be renewed and reformed. Hall presents the possibility of a Christianity that remains faithful to its core message of "Christ crucified" while rejecting the anti-Semitic interpretations that have caused such profound harm.
For those seeking to understand how religious traditions can evolve and heal from historical wounds, this work provides both sobering reflection and hopeful direction for theological renewal.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
📄 Length: 192 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Antijudaismus
- ✓ Explore Judaism
- ✓ Explore Relations
- ✓ Explore Christentum
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Strengthen your faith journey
- ✓ Explore Christianity and other religions
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
