Christian Identity in the Jewish and Graeco-Roman World
Oxford University Press
Explore the construction of early Christian identity within the context of Jewish and Graeco-Roman worlds. This innovative study examines how Christian identity emerged through texts in the first two centuries, drawing on constructionist views of identity formation. It contrasts this with traditional emphases on institutions, highlighting the rhetorical function of texts and the lived experiences of individuals and communities. Discover the diversity of early Christianity and its relevance as a historical and theological question today. Key Features: * Analyzes the emergence of Christian identity in the first two centuries. * Compares Christian identity construction with Jewish and Graeco-Roman contexts. * Utilizes models from contemporary constructionist views of identity formation. * Challenges traditional focus on institutions, emphasizing textual rhetoric and community experience. Summary: Christian Identity in the Jewish and Graeco-Roman World, Paperback, English, 384 pages, by Judith Lieu, published by Oxford University Press.
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