Author Description
Closely examining Paul's view that Jesus Christ marked the end of an era and the beginning of a new world and a new humanity, the author considers the implications of this centrality of Christ in relation to the people of God, explores the new possibilities for human life, and the law, and follows the history of Pauline Christianity into the second century.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This work investigates the core theological framework of the Apostle Paul, specifically his assertion that the life and death of Jesus Christ inaugurated a transformative new era for humanity. J. A. Ziesler, a noted scholar in New Testament studies, utilizes a historical-critical approach to analyze Pauline epistles. He argues that Paul’s Christ-centered theology fundamentally redefined the relationship between the divine and the human, necessitating a re-evaluation of the Mosaic Law and the identity of the people of God.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of the transition from the old era to the new humanity in Pauline thought
- Examination of the role of the Law within the context of Christian salvation
- Historical trajectory of Pauline communities through the second century
Scope Limits
- Does not provide an exhaustive biography of the Apostle Paul
- Does not engage in extensive comparative analysis with non-Pauline New Testament writings
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Scholars and students of theology frequently cite this text as a concise and accessible introduction to the complexities of Pauline thought. It is widely regarded as a foundational resource for those seeking to understand the historical and theological development of early Christianity.
Page Count:
166
Publication Date:
1983-05-26
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192132474
ISBN-13:
9780192132475
History
Religion
Theology
Christianity