An Introduction to the Study of Paul (T&T Clark Approaches to Biblical Studies)

Figures......Page 7 Abbreviations......Page 9 Preface to the Third Edition......Page 11 Preface to the Second Edition......Page 14 Preface to the First Edition......Page 16 1 Introduction: Paul the Man-Mountain......Page 19 2 From Jesus to Paul: Pre-Pauline Christianity......Page 30 3 Paul’s Life: Before and After his Encounter with Christ......Page 44 4 Paul the Letter-Writer......Page 60 5 Paul the Theologian: The Central Elements of Paul’s Gospel......Page 73 6 Paul, Israel and the Jewish Law......Page 102 7 Perspectives on the Pauline Assemblies......Page 119 8 Paul’s Legacy in the New Testament and Beyond......Page 137 9 Coming Full Circle: Why Study Paul Today?......Page 154 Bibliography......Page 158 Index of Biblical References......Page 167 Index of Subjects and Authors......Page 174 This tried and tested introduction to Paul needs little introduction of its own. After considering Paul's importance and influence, and the important sources for the study of Paul, the volume covers the following key topics: the earliest period of Christianity - from Jesus to Paul; Paul's life before and after his'conversion'; his individual letters; the major elements of his theology; his attitude to Israel and the Jewish law; perspectives on the Pauline assemblies, including their socio-economic location, meeting places, and attitudes towards women; and Paul's legacy in the New Testament and beyond. The volume has been revised throughout and fully updated with respect to bibliography, and to presenting the latest debates surrounding Paul's thought in a manageable format - including those around'old'and'new'perspectives, with a new section on the'radical'new Jewish perspective, and those related to the socio-economic status and character of the Pauline assemblies. The helpful study questions and reading lists have also been revised. This work traces the development of early Christianity from Jesus to Paul, his encounter with Christ on the road to Damascus, theological and pastoral concerns expressed in his letters, the picture of Paul in Acts, and his social work. This Is The Perfect Student Introduction To The Study Of Paul, And His Writings.