Paul and pseudepigraphy
By Stanley E. Porter
This scholarly exploration invites readers into the complex world of biblical authorship and the enduring questions surrounding the letters attributed to the Apostle Paul. When ancient texts bear famous names, how do we determine their true origins, and what does this mean for our understanding of early Christian thought?
An international team of biblical scholars tackles these fascinating questions by examining both the canonical Pauline letters found in the New Testament and related non-canonical writings that also claim Pauline authorship. Rather than simply rehashing traditional debates, this work introduces fresh methodological approaches and reassesses long-held assumptions about pseudepigraphy—the practice of writing under another person's name.
The book addresses fundamental questions about authenticity while encouraging readers to think differently about persistent scholarly puzzles. By focusing specifically on Paul and the documents connected to his name, the authors create a unique lens through which to examine broader issues of biblical interpretation and early Christian literature.
For those interested in the intersection of faith, history, and textual analysis, this volume offers both rigorous scholarship and innovative perspectives. The comprehensive treatment spans 374 pages, providing substantial engagement with traditional evidence alongside new suggestions for understanding these ancient texts. Whether approaching from academic curiosity or spiritual inquiry, readers will find thoughtful analysis of how we understand apostolic authority and the formation of early Christian writings.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Analys och tolkning
- ✓ Explore Criticism, interpretation
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Bible, authorship
- ✓ Explore Extra-canonical parallels
- ✓ Explore Bibeln
- ✓ Explore Bible, commentaries, n. t. epistles of paul
- ✓ Explore Pseudepigraphen
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Details
- Published
- 2013
- Publisher
- Brill, BRILL
- ISBN-13
- 9789004256682
- ISBN-10
- 9004256687
- Pages
- 374
- Language
- EN
