Paul and the heritage of Israel
Book Description
This scholarly exploration delves into one of Christianity's most complex theological questions: the relationship between Paul the apostle and the heritage of Israel. Fourteen distinguished scholars unite their expertise to examine how Luke portrays Paul in the book of Acts, while simultaneously considering how Paul presents himself in his own letters.
The volume addresses two fundamental questions that have puzzled theologians for centuries. Who constitutes "Israel" and "the church" in Luke's understanding and in the teachings of Luke's Paul? Additionally, how do Jesus of Nazareth and Paul relate to both communities? These inquiries drive fresh investigations into Paul's role in early Christianity's development.
Rather than treating Paul's self-presentation and Luke's portrayal as separate topics, this work uniquely combines both perspectives in a single comprehensive study. Contributors challenge established interpretations by re-examining Paul's figure and influence on nascent Christianity. They offer innovative approaches to understanding how Paul navigated his Jewish heritage while establishing Christian communities.
The book provides new insights into Paul's complex identity as both a Jewish apostle and a founder of Gentile churches. Readers seeking to understand the theological foundations of Christian-Jewish relations will find thoughtful analysis of how early Christianity emerged from its Jewish roots. This scholarly yet accessible work illuminates the intricate dynamics between tradition and transformation in the ancient world, offering valuable perspectives for contemporary spiritual reflection on identity, heritage, and religious evolution.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~10 hours)
📄 Length: 376 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Lukanisches Doppelwerk
- ✓ Explore Rezeption
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Israel (Christian theology)
- ✓ Explore Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. gospels
- ✓ Explore Judaism (christian theology)
- ✓ Explore Biblical teaching
- ✓ Explore Paulusbriefe
Topics Covered
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