Gooder, Paula
Phoebe: A Story
- ISBN 13:
- 9781444791747
- author:
- Gooder, Paula
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Hodder & Stoughton Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.8 x 2.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Religion, Christianity, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Paul's letter to the church in Rome, written around 56 AD, has had a profound impact on Christian faith. In this novel, Paula Gooder explores the life of Phoebe, the deacon who entrusted this letter to the wider church. Through Phoebe's story, Gooder sheds light on the cultural and historical pressures that shaped Paul's theology, offering a fresh perspective on the early Christian faith. By delving into Phoebe's life, Gooder opens up Paul's theological masterpiece, revealing the complexities of the faith in the first century. This gripping novel, written in a style reminiscent of Gerd Theissen's The Shadow of the Galilean, is a rigorous and imaginative exploration of Paul's theology, making it a compelling read for anyone seeking to engage more deeply with this pivotal moment in Christian history. A meticulously researched novel, Phoebe A Story is a thought-provoking and engaging read for those interested in the early Christian church and its leaders.
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