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The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature
Hardback
Main Details
| Title |
The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Roman Garrison
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| Series | The Library of New Testament Studies |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:130 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156 |
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| Category/Genre | Literary essays
The Early church |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781850756460
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| Classifications | Dewey:220.67 |
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| Audience | | Undergraduate | | Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly | | Professional & Vocational | |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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| Imprint |
Sheffield Academic Press
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| Publication Date |
1 January 1997 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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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.
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