| Paul and the Discourse of Power Contributor(s): Hack-Polaski, Sandra (Author) |
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ISBN: 1850759340 ISBN-13: 9781850759348 Publisher: Sheffield Academic Press OUR PRICE: $118.80 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 1999 Annotation: Drawing on postmodern theory's insights regarding discourse, ideology and power, this book explores the ways in which Paul navigated fluctuating and complex relationships of power with his churches, contributing to a discourse that defined the power dynamics of early Christianity. With respect to his own converts as well as to other leaders of the early church, and in the heart of his theological language, Paul is seen to take part in a discourse that reinforces his apostolic authority. |
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| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christianity - History - Religion | Biblical Studies - General |
| Dewey: 225.92 |
| Series: Biblical Seminar (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 0.36" H x 6.4" W x 9.24" (0.53 lbs) 151 pages |
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| Publisher Description: Drawing on postmodern theory's insights regarding discourse, ideology and power, this book explores the ways in which Paul navigated fluctuating and complex relationships of power with his churches, contributing to a discourse that defined the power dynamics of early Christianity. With respect to his own converts as well as to other leaders of the early church, and in the heart of his theological language, Paul is seen to take part in a discourse that reinforces his apostolic authority. |