An Introduction to Empire in the New Testament

An Introduction to Empire in the New Testament
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Publisher : SBL Press
Total Pages : 368
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ISBN-10 : 9780884141518
ISBN-13 : 0884141519
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Book Synopsis An Introduction to Empire in the New Testament by : Adam Winn

Download or read book An Introduction to Empire in the New Testament written by Adam Winn and published by SBL Press. This book was released on 2016-06-24 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore how empire is a crucial foreground for reading and interpreting the New Testament In the last three decades, significant attention has been given to the way in which New Testament texts engage and respond to the imperial world in which they were written. The purpose of the present volume is to introduce students and non-specialists to the growing subfield of New Testament studies known as empire studies. Contributors seek to make readers aware of the significant work that has already been produced, while also pointing them to new ways in which this field is moving forward. The contributors are Bruce W. Longenecker, Richard A. Horsley, Warren Carter, Adam Winn, Eric D. Barreto, Beth M. Sheppard, Neil Elliot, James R. Harrison, Harry O. Maier, Deborah Krause, Jason A.Whitlark, Matthew R. Hauge, Kelly D. Liebengood, and Davina C. Lopez. Features: Essays from a diverse group of interpreters who at times have differing presuppositions, methods, and concerns Articles introduce students and non-specialists to the Roman imperial realities regularly encountered by first and second century Christians Contributions explore the strategies employed by early Christians to respond to the Roman empire


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