'God is one'
Book Description
Christopher R. Bruno presents a profound exploration of how the ancient declaration "God is one" transformed from a statement of separation into a foundation for unity. This scholarly work examines a pivotal shift in religious understanding, tracing how the Apostle Paul reimagined one of Judaism's most fundamental confessions.
The study begins by investigating the historical roots of monotheistic belief in Old Testament writings and early Jewish literature, where the phrase "God is one" traditionally served to distinguish between chosen people and outsiders. Bruno meticulously analyzes how this declaration functioned as a spiritual boundary, defining who belonged within the covenant community.
The heart of the book focuses on Paul's revolutionary reinterpretation found in Romans and Galatians. Rather than using monotheism to exclude, Paul employs this same confession to argue for radical inclusion. Bruno demonstrates how the apostle's encounter with Christ fundamentally altered his understanding of divine oneness, transforming it from a marker of division into a basis for bringing together previously separated peoples.
Through careful examination of biblical texts, particularly the prophetic vision in Zechariah that anticipates all nations acknowledging God's unity, Bruno reveals how Paul's theological innovation bridges ancient tradition with expansive spiritual vision. This work offers readers insight into how core religious beliefs can evolve to embrace broader communities while maintaining their essential truth.
The book provides valuable perspective for anyone seeking to understand how spiritual traditions adapt and grow while preserving their foundational principles.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~7 hours)
📄 Length: 243 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Gentiles in the Bible
- ✓ Explore God
- ✓ Explore Monotheismus
- ✓ Explore Bible
- ✓ Explore Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. epistles
- ✓ Explore Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t.
- ✓ Explore Gentiles
