Paul
A Beginner's Guide
Published on 28. February 2008
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-1-85168-564-6 (ISBN)
Description
The Apostle Paul has shaped the course of Christian ethics for centuries and is widely regarded as the most influential theologian in the Christian tradition. In this authoritative introduction, Morna D. Hooker offers a female perspective on a figure usually portrayed as a conservative misogynist. Looking behind the epistles to reconstruct the real man and his beliefs, she places the scriptures in their original context and suggests a consistent and coherent Pauline theology. Original and thought-provoking, this concise study is essential reading for all who seek to learn more about the most controversial figure in Christianity.
Reviews / Votes
Alister E. McGrath - Professor of Historical Theology, Oxford University. "A lucid, informed and immensely readable introduction to Paul by one of the most respected writers in the field of Pauline studies." Graham Stanton - Lady Margaret's Professor of Divinity, Cambridge University. "I know of no finer introduction to Paul's writings and theology. Hooker writes with rare clarity, flair and verve."More details
Series
Edition
Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 212 mm
Width: 130 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
170 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-85168-564-6 (9781851685646)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Person
Morna D. Hooker is Lady Margaret's Professor of Divinity Emerita at Cambridge University. She is fellow of Robinson College, Cambridge, and the author of thirteen books and numerous papers.
Content
1. How Important was Paul? 1; 2. What Do We Know About Paul? 8; 3. A Bundle of Letters 24; 4. Paul's Inheritance 32; 5. The New Element 39; 6. Who was this Jesus? 46; 7. Christ: the 'end' of the law 59; 8. The Gospel Concerning God's Son 71; 9. 'Christ Died... And was Raised 90; 10. Life 'In Christ' 103; 11. 'Lives Worthy of the Gospel' 120; 12. 'Then Comes the End' 134; Epilogue: Interpretation and Misinterpretation 142.