Galatians Through the Centuries by John Riches (English) Paperback Book

Description: Galatians Through the Centuries by John Riches This commentary on Paul s highly autobiographical letter to the Galations traces the history of the book s reception through the ages. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This commentary on Pauls highly autobiographical letter to the Galations traces the history of the books reception through the ages. Explores the influence and history of this important New Testament bookDemonstrates the crucial role that Galatians has played in the development of very diverse forms of Christian spiritualityConsiders the influence of Galatians on a wide range of theological figures, including Chrysostom, Augustine, and LutherExamines the ways in which Galatians has influenced images of Paul, suggesting that it is the indeterminacy and complexity of his text that cause it to be interpreted in such widely differing waysFocuses on verses, themes or arguments that have been the subject of particularly influential readingsPublished in the innovative and stimulating Wiley-Blackwell Bible Commentaries reception history series, which focuses on the broad spectrum of interpretations rather than the traditional verse by verse analysis typically found in commentaries. Back Cover Pauls letter to the Galatians is one of the most creative and subversive of the New Testament writings, drawing its energy from the fierce controversy which, to his great distress, was disturbing the congregation recently founded by Paul. One of the major sources of inspiration for the Reformation, it was also one of the writings most frequently turned to by the Fathers, as the Church sought to establish itself as the Church of the Empire. This commentary looks at some of the major commentators on the letter - Chrysostom, Augustine, Aquinas, Luther, Calvin, Perkins, Lightfoot - and at the very different worlds which sprang from their readings. The volume opens with an extended essay, setting the commentators in their historical setting and showing the close dialogue which exists among them. It then looks more closely at how they interrogate Pauls text and at the way the text shapes their understanding of their worlds. Flap Pauls letter to the Galatians is one of the most creative and subversive of the New Testament writings, drawing its energy from the fierce controversy which, to his great distress, was disturbing the congregation recently founded by Paul. One of the major sources of inspiration for the Reformation, it was also one of the writings most frequently turned to by the Fathers, as the Church sought to establish itself as the Church of the Empire. This commentary looks at some of the major commentators on the letter - Chrysostom, Augustine, Aquinas, Luther, Calvin, Perkins, Lightfoot - and at the very different worlds which sprang from their readings. The volume opens with an extended essay, setting the commentators in their historical setting and showing the close dialogue which exists among them. It then looks more closely at how they interrogate Pauls text and at the way the text shapes their understanding of their worlds. Author Biography John Riches was until his retirement in 2003 Professor of Divinity and Biblical Criticism at Glasgow University. Among his books on the New Testament are Jesus and the Transformation of Judaism (1980), A Century of New Testament Study (1993) and Conflicting Mythologies (2000). Table of Contents Series Editors Preface ix Preface xi List of Abbreviations xv Introduction: Aims and Method, Summary of Findings, Galatians as a World- Building Text 1 Galatians 1:1-9: The Beginning of Pauls Argument 66 Galatians 1:10-24: Paul Argues for His Independence as an Apostle (I); The Conversion of Paul the Jew 83 Galatians 2:1-10: Paul Argues for His Independence as an Apostle (II); The Conference at Jerusalem 96 Galatians 2:11-21: Justifi cation by Faith: The New Life in Christ 105 Galatians 3:1-14: Life in the Spirit Contrasted with Living under the Curse of the Law 144 Galatians 3:15-29: The Purpose of the Law and the New Life of Sonship of God 188 Galatians 4:1-20: Paul Contrasts the Galatians Present State as Christians with Their Former Lives 214 Galatians 4:21-31: A Concluding Allegory 227 Galatians 5: The New Life of Faith 245 Galatians 6: New Creation: Life Beyond the Law 284 Glossary 302 Works Cited 309 Illustrations 319 Index 320 Review "John Riches contribution to this excellent series is a well-focused, rich collection of work from key writers on Galatians from Marcion to the present day." Journal for the Study of the New Testament "An invaluable treasure trove of carefully selected interpretations, but more important is the overall picture that it paints of the extensive dialogue about Galatians, and the questions the book raises about the relationship between the text and its readers." Ecclesiastical History "This book is such a useful and admirable work of scholarship that I hesitate to find any fault with it." Catholic Biblical Quarterly Long Description Paul s letter to the Galatians is one of the most creative and subversive of the New Testament writings, drawing its energy from the fierce controversy which, to his great distress, was disturbing the congregation recently founded by Paul. One of the major sources of inspiration for the Reformation, it was also one of the writings most frequently turned to by the Fathers, as the Church sought to establish itself as the Church of the Empire. This commentary looks at some of the major commentators on the letter Chrysostom, Augustine, Aquinas, Luther, Calvin, Perkins, Lightfoot and at the very different worlds which sprang from their readings. The volume opens with an extended essay, setting the commentators in their historical setting and showing the close dialogue which exists among them. It then looks more closely at how they interrogate Paul s text and at the way the text shapes their understanding of their worlds. Review Text ?John Riches? contribution to this excellent series is a well-focused, rich collection of work from key writers on Galatians from Marcion to the present day.? Journal for the Study of the New Testament Â ?An invaluable treasure trove of carefully selected interpretations, but more important is the overall picture that it paints of the extensive dialogue about Galatians, and the questions the book raises about the relationship between the text and its readers.? Ecclesiastical HistoryÂ ?This book is such a useful and admirable work of scholarship that I hesitate to find any fault with it.? Catholic Biblical Quarterly Â Review Quote "John Riches contribution to this excellent series is a well-focused, rich collection of work from key writers on Galatians from Marcion to the present day." Journal for the Study of the New Testament "An invaluable treasure trove of carefully selected interpretations, but more important is the overall picture that it paints of the extensive dialogue about Galatians, and the questions the book raises about the relationship between the text and its readers." Ecclesiastical History "This book is such a useful and admirable work of scholarship that I hesitate to find any fault with it." Catholic Biblical Quarterly Details ISBN1118472667 Pages 352 Year 2013 ISBN-10 1118472667 ISBN-13 9781118472668 Format Paperback DEWEY 227.407 Short Title COMT- BBC GALATIANS THROUGH TH Language English Edition 3rd Media Book Illustrations Yes Series Wiley Blackwell Bible Commentaries UK Release Date 2013-01-04 AU Release Date 2013-01-22 NZ Release Date 2013-01-22 Author John Riches Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Publication Date 2013-01-04 Imprint Wiley-Blackwell Place of Publication Hoboken Alternative 9780631230847 Audience Professional & Vocational US Release Date 2013-01-04 Country of Publication United Kingdom We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136206969;

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