The First Epistle to the Corinthians: With Notes, Map and Introduction (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. J. Lias

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265409802 ISBN 13: 9780265409800

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the opening chapters of a defining New Testament letter with clear historical context and expert notes.

This edition of The First Epistle to the Corinthians, with Notes, Map and Introduction by J. J. Lias, helps readers understand the city of Corinth, its social world, and the stir of ideas that shaped Paul’s message. It presents a concise history of the city, from its strategic Isthmus location to its wealth, luxury, and cultural blends, and explains how these factors framed the letter’s themes. The introduction also outlines how early Roman and Greek influences colored the moral and religious landscape Paul faced as he brought the gospel to a cosmopolitan audience. Expect accessible explanations of biblical references, important background material, and notes that illuminate the text without spoiling the core message.

What you will experience:

• Historical background on Corinth’s geography, trade, and culture to ground the letter’s settings.
• Insight into the social dynamics and moral pressures Paul tackles in the early Christian community.
• Clarity on how Jewish history and Greek-Roman society shape the apostle’s arguments.
• Helpful notes and a map that aid navigation of places mentioned in the text.

Ideal for readers of biblical history, students, and anyone seeking a clearer path to Paul’s writings. This edition is designed for quick reference, study, and better comprehension of the opening chapters’ premises and concerns.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265409802
• ISBN 13: 9780265409800
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 192