In this careful analysis, Matthew Skinner explores the trial
narratives of Jesus, Paul, Stephen, and others in the Gospels and
Acts who found themselves brought before powerful individuals and
groups, often with deadly consequences. His close study of these
texts is essential for those interested in the early church's
relationship to the sociopolitical structures in which Christian
belief emerged. He shows how the narratives helped shape early
Christian identity as these communities sought to understand both
the political implications of the emerging Christian gospel as well
as the dangers and opportunities their sociopolitical context
presented. He also reflects on the theological resources and
paradigms these texts offer to Christians today.
General
Imprint: |
Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S.
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
February 2010 |
First published: |
February 2010 |
Authors: |
Matthew L. Skinner
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Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 11mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
224 |
Edition: |
New |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-664-23032-6 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
0-664-23032-6 |
Barcode: |
9780664230326 |
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