The book of Acts contains a strong geographical component. Yet
readings of Acts typically ignore or marginalise geography's
contribution to the construction of the narrative's theology. In
this book Matthew Sleeman argues that Jesus' ascension into heaven
is foundational for establishing the 'spatiality' of Acts, showing
that the narrative's understanding of place and space is shaped
decisively by Christ's heavenly location. Drawing on recent
advances in geographical theory, Sleeman offers a 'spatial'
interpretation that expands our vision of how space and place
inform the theological impulses of Acts. Presenting a complement to
conventional 'temporal' readings of Acts, he sheds new light on the
theology of the book, and suggests new ways of reading not only
Acts but also other New Testament texts. Sleeman's work combines
innovative biblical scholarship with accessible and informative
geographical analysis, and is suitable for those with research and
teaching interests in human geography or biblical studies.
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