Perspectives Old And New On Paul - The Lutheran Paul And His Critics (Paperback)

Here, finally, is a much-needed review and analysis of the divergent interpretations of Paul. With a clear head and winsome sense of humor, Stephen Westerholm compares the traditional understanding of Paul to more recent readings, drawing on the writings of key figures in the debate both past and present.

Westerholm first offers a detailed portrait of the "Lutheran" Paul, including the way such theologians as Augustine, Luther, Calvin, and Wesley have traditionally interpreted "justification by faith" to mean that God declares sinners "righteous" by his grace apart from "works." Westerholm then explores how Paul has fared in the twentieth century, in which "New Perspective" readings of Paul see him teaching that Gentiles need not become Jews or observe Jewish law to be God's people. The final section of the book looks anew at disputed areas of Paul's theological language and offers compelling discussion on the place of both justification by faith and Mosaic law in divine redemption.

General

Imprint:	William B. Eerdmans
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2003
First published:	2004
Authors:	Stephen Westerholm
Dimensions:	229 x 160 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	488
ISBN-13:	978-0-8028-4809-3
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > General
LSN:	0-8028-4809-5
Barcode:	9780802848093

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