Constructing the World: A Study in Paul's Cosmological Language

ADAMS, Edward

ISBN 10: 0567086895 / ISBN 13: 9780567086891

Published by T&T Clark, 2000

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Constructing the World: A Study in Paul's Cosmological Language
• Publisher: T&T Clark
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0567086895
• ISBN 13: 9780567086891
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biblical: New Testament Studies

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Synopsis

In this ground-breaking study of Paul, Dr Adams focuses on Paul's understanding and use of cosmological concepts, such as 'world' and 'creation'.Adams brings to bear the most recently developed disciplines, including 'critical linguistics', to the interpretation of Pauline texts, showing up, for example, the differing perspectives on the world of 1 Corinthians and Romans.He examines Paul's historical and social context and illuminates the whole cosmological project of Pauline Christianity.

About the Author

Edward Adams is Professor of New Testament Studies, King's College, London. He is also the author of 'Constructing the World: A Study in Paul's Cosmological Language' (2000, T&T Clark) and has co-authored 'Christianity at Corinth: The Quest for the Pauline Church'.