Thomas, Matthew J
Paul's :
- ISBN 13:
- 9780830855261
- author:
- Thomas, Matthew J
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Inter-Varsity Press,US
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 28mm
- Genre:
- Religion, Bible, Hermeneutics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Paul's "Works of the Law" in the Perspective of Second-Century Reception by Matthew J. Thomas explores how Paul's second-century readers understood his disputed term, "works of the law". This examination reveals surprising alignments with the "new" perspective, which challenges prevailing modern viewpoints. The book delves into the reasoning behind these early witnesses' interpretations and what their collective witness suggests about Paul's intended meaning. The study centers on the concept of "works of the law", a term that represents a fault line between "old" and "new" perspectives on Paul. Thomas examines how Paul opposed these works, not due to moralism or experiential reasons, but because the promised new law and covenant have come in Christ. This perspective offers a fresh understanding of Paul's teachings. By analyzing the second-century reception of Paul's writings, Thomas sheds light on the apostle's meaning and its relevance to contemporary biblical studies.
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