No two works in the Pauline Epistles resemble each other as closely
as Colossians and Ephesians. Often recognized for their majestic
tone and powerful theological statement, Colossians and Ephesians
also present many challenges of interpretation. Most commentaries
on these letters seem preoccupied with the same few issues,
particularly the question of authorship. As MacDonald addresses
these classic questions, she offers a fresh perspective on
Colossians and Ephesians by making use of insights from the social
sciences. Moreover, by paying attention to subtle differences
between the two letters, she brings their distinct perspectives
into sharp relief.
MacDonald highlights the interplay between Colossians and
Ephesians and the social life of New Testament communities. She
illustrates how the texts reflect ancient cultural values and are
influenced by particular aspects of community life such as worship
and household existence. In particular, she reflects on the issues
faced by these communities as they formed institutions and
interacted with the society around them. She shows the struggles of
the New Testament communities to survive and maintain a distinct
identity in first-century society.
Chapters under "Colossians" are Greeting (1:1-2)," "Thanksgiving
for the Colossians (1:3-8)," "Prayer on Behalf of the Colossians
(1:9-14, )" "The Christ-Hymn (1:15-20),""Application of Hymn to the
Situation in Colossae (1:21-23)," "Paul's Authority in Colossae and
Laodicea (1:24-2:7)," "Debate with the Opponents: The Power of the
Risen Christ (2:8-15)," "Debate with the Opponents: Warnings
Against Ascetic Practices (2:16-23)," "New Life in Light of the
Resurrection (3:1-4)," "Ethical Guidelines for a New Life
(3:5-17)," "The Households of Believers(3:18-4:1)," "Prayer,
Mission, and Contact with Outsiders (4:2-6)," "Conclusion: Personal
Notes and Greetings (4:7-18)."
Chapters under "Ephesians" are "Greeting (1:1-2)," "Blessing
(1:3-14)," "Thanksgiving and Prayer (1:15-23)," "The Consequences
of Life Together with Christ (2:1-10)," "The Unity of Jews and
Gentiles Created by Christ (2:11-22)," "The Apostle as Interpreter
of the Divine Mystery (3:1-13)," "Prayer and Doxology (3:14-21),"
"The Unity of the Spirit (4:1-16)," "The Sons of Disobedience and
the Children of Light (4:17-5:20)," "The Households of Believers
(5:21-6:9)," "Doing Battle with Evil (6:10-20)," "Conclusion:
Personal Matters and Final Blessing (6:21-24)."
"Margaret Y. MacDonald is a professor in the department of
religious studies at St. Francis Xavier University in Nova
Scotia.""
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