Synopses & Reviews
An insightful look at Paul and his message. Unlike the many books that treat Paul merely as a historical figure and his letters as literary relics, this new book focuses on the theological message of Paul's writings, particularly what they have to say to the contemporary church. An innovative and comprehensive introduction to Paul, including commentary on all of the Pauline letters, Apostle of the Crucified Lord makes an ideal introduction to the many dimensions of Paul's thought, including his deep spirituality. Six introductory chapters provide background discussion on Paul's world, resume, letters, gospel, spirituality, and theology, while the main body of the book covers in turn and in full detail each of the Pauline letters. Michael Gorman gives the context of each Epistle, provides a careful reading of the text, and colors his words with insightful quotations from earlier interpreters of Paul. Enhanced by numerous illustrations and discussion questions, Apostle of the Crucified Lord will become a valued resource for those engaged in the study of Paul.
Synopsis
Unlike the many books that treat the apostle Paul merely as a historical figure and his letters as literary relics, this new study by Michael Gorman focuses on the theological message of Paul's writings, particularly what they have to say to the contemporary church.
An innovative and comprehensive treatment of Paul, including commentary on all of the Pauline letters, Gorman's Apostle of the Crucified Lord unpacks the many dimensions of Paul's thought carefully and holistically. Six introductory chapters provide background discussion on Paul's world, his resume, his letters, his gospel, his spirituality, and his theology, while the main body of the book covers in turn and in full detail each of the Pauline epistles. Gorman gives the context of each letter, offers a careful reading of the text, and colors his words with insightful quotations from earlier interpreters of Paul.
Enhancing the text itself are questions for reflection and discussion at the end of each chapter and numerous photos, maps, and tables throughout. All in all, Apostle of the Crucified Lord is the ideal book for students and any other readers interested in seriously engaging Paul's challenging letters.
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Synopsis
An innovative and comprehensive treatment of Paul, including commentary on all of the Pauline letters, Gorman's Apostle of the Crucified Lord unpacks the many dimensions of Paul's thought carefully and holistically. Six introductory chapters provide background discussion on Paul's world, his resume, his letters, his gospel, his spirituality, and his theology, while the main body of the book covers in turn and in full detail each of the Pauline epistles. Gorman gives the context of each letter, offers a careful reading of the text, and colors his words with insightful quotations from earlier interpreters of Paul.
Enhancing the text itself are questions for reflection and discussion at the end of each chapter and numerous photos, maps, and tables throughout. All in all, Apostle of the Crucified Lord is the ideal book for students and any other readers interested in seriously engaging Paul's challenging letters.
About the Author
Michael J. Gorman is professor of New Testament and early church history and dean of the Ecumenical Institute of Theology at St. Mary's Seminary and University, Baltimore, Maryland.
Table of Contents
Paul's world(s) : the Greco-Roman context of his mission -- Paul's r