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A Jewish Paul The Messiah’s Herald to the Gentiles Matthew Thiessen
This accessible introduction to Paul situates him clearly within first-century Judaism.
“Both Christians and Jews have much to gain from reading A Jewish Paul . Highly recommended!” —JON D. LEVENSON, Harvard University “A compelling argument, sure to hold the attention of seasoned scholars while providing uninitiated readers a clear introduction to this important debate.” —PAMELA EISENBAUM, Iliff School of Theology “Genuinely fresh, thoroughly stimulating, and highly accessible.” —MICHAEL PATRICK BARBER, Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology
Matthew Thiessen (PhD, Duke University) is associate professor of religious studies at McMaster University and author of Jesus and the Forces of Death.
NOW AVAILABLE • 208 pp. • paper • $24.99 • 9781540965714
Pauline Theology as a Way of Life A Vision of Human Flourishing in Christ Joshua W. Jipp Joshua Jipp places Paul’s writings within the timeless pursuit of human flourishing, happiness, and the good life, reframing the task of Pauline theology as an encouragement to pursue a particular way of life. “Brilliantly conceived and masterfully executed. A fresh and fascinating contribution to Pauline studies that can profitably be read by all students of the human condition.” —LUKE TIMOTHY JOHNSON, Emory University (emeritus) “In this interesting analysis, which places Paul in conversation with philosophy and the field of positive psychology, the apostle emerges as a potent resource for humanity’s pursuit of the supreme good.” —LISA M. BOWENS, Princeton Theological Seminary
Joshua W. Jipp (PhD, Emory University) is professor of New Testament and director of the Carl F. H. Henry Center for Theological Understanding at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
NOW AVAILABLE • 288 pp. • cloth • $37.99 • 9781540965721
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