| Luke-Acts and Empire Contributor(s): Rhoads, David (Editor), Esterline, David (Editor), Lee, Jae Won (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1498254985 ISBN-13: 9781498254984 Publisher: Pickwick Publications OUR PRICE: $42.75 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - General - Religion | Biblical Studies - New Testament - General |
| Dewey: 226.406 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6" W x 9" (0.92 lbs) 186 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In recent years, scholars have explored anew the interface between the early Christian movements and the Roman Empire. Once thought to be quietistic, the early Christian movements turn out to have been critical of the Empire and significantly counterimperial. This collection of essays in honor of Robert Brawley turns the spotlight on Luke-Acts. The soundings taken here disclose deeper anti-imperial rhetoric than previously thought. In brazen and subtle ways, Luke-Acts displays an alternative realm of peace and justice inaugurated by Jesus under the God of Israel. The essays in this volume will lead you to hear Luke-Acts in fresh ways. |