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The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Roman Garrison
SeriesThe Library of New Testament Studies
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:130
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
Category/GenreLiterary essays
The Early church
ISBN/Barcode 9781850756460
ClassificationsDewey:220.67
Audience
Undergraduate
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Sheffield Academic Press
Publication Date 1 January 1997
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

In this volume of essays the Graeco-Roman background and context of early Christianity are explored for significant parallels. From the athlete metaphor in 1 Corinthians 9 to the role of Aphrodite as the goddess of love and sexuality, the important cultural symbols and terminology that the first Christians employed are examined. Garrison maintains that the Graeco-Roman setting of early Christianity is essential to our understanding of the New Testament and the Apostolic Fathers.

Author Biography

Roman Garrison is an Interim Minister for the Presbyterian Church U.S.A. and lives in western Pennsylvania.