Conversion at Corinth

Perspectives on Conversion in Paul's Theology and the Corinthian Church

AvStephen J. Chester

Häftad, Engelska, 2005

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Paul's conversion and its impact on his theology has been studied extensively. Yet little has been done to relate this to Paul's attitude towards the conversion of others, or to perspectives on conversion held by converts in the churches Paul founded. Soteriology is often considered in isolation from the practical issues of how conversion was expected to take place and the nature of its expected consequences. This book addresses these issues, taking account of recent developments in conversion studies in the social sciences and other disciplines. Stephen Chester first reviews these developments and assesses the potential value of sociologist Anthony Gidden's general social theory of structuration. He then utilizes this to explore Paul's perspectives on conversion in relation to both Gentile and Jewish converts. He also explores the Corinthians' perspectives on conversion in the context of Graeco-Roman religious and social life. Here emerges a fascinating account of perspectives on conversion in the crucial formative years of early Christianity.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2005-10-15
Mått:138 x 216 x 22 mm
Vikt:510 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Studies of the New Testament and Its World
Antal sidor:410
Förlag:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
ISBN:9780567040534

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Biblar inom Filosofi och religion
Religion: allmänt inom Filosofi och religion
Kristendom inom Filosofi och religion

Mer om författaren

Dr. Stephen J. Chester is Lecturer in New Testament Studies at International Christian College, Glasgow.

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"Originating as a doctoral dissertation, this scholarly work trains its attention on the meaning of ‘conversion' for both Paul and his community at Corinth." - The Bible Today, Nov/Dec 2005

Innehållsförteckning

Preface; Abbreviations; Part 1 Studying Conversion and Converts; 1. Developing a Balance Approach to Conversion; Part 2 Paul's Understanding of Conversion; 2. Conversion and Soteriology; 3. God's Converting Call: Paul's use of; 4. Gentile Conversion; 5. A Jewish Convert; 6. Conclusion to Part 2; Part 3 The Corinthian's Understanding of Conversion; 7. Corinth Conversin and Graeco-Roman Culture; 8. Corinth Conversion and Voluntary Asociations; 9. Corinth Conversion and Mystery Initiation; 10.Conclusions; Appendices; Appendix 1 A Classification of Pauls Use of; Appendix 2 Meaning and Righteousness in Rom. 6:7; Appendix 3 1 Cor. 10:1-22 and the Myth of Magical Sacramentalism; Bibliography.