The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature

Name: The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature
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ISBN: 9781850756460

By: Roman Garrison

Bloomsbury Academic / Hardcover

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In this volume of essays the Graeco-Roman backround and context of early Christianity are explored for significant s. 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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Title: The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature
By: Roman Garrison
Format: Hardcover
Vendor: Bloomsbury Academic

Weight: 12 ounces
ISBN: 1850756465
ISBN-13: 9781850756460
Stock No: WW56462

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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.