The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature

The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature
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Publisher : A&C Black
Total Pages : 129
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ISBN-10 : 9781850756460
ISBN-13 : 1850756465
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Book Synopsis The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature by : Roman Garrison

Download or read book The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature written by Roman Garrison and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 1997-01-01 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this volume of essays the Graeco-Roman background and context of early Christianity are explored for significant parallels. From the athlete metaphor in 1 Corinthians 9 to the role of Aphrodite as the goddess of love and sexuality, the important cultural symbols and terminology that the first Christians employed are examined. Garrison maintains that the Graeco-Roman setting of early Christianity is essential to our understanding of the New Testament and the Apostolic Fathers.


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