The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
The Graeco-Roman Context of Early Christian Literature
By (Author) Roman Garrison
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Sheffield Academic Press
1st January 1997
United Kingdom
Classifications
Tertiary Education
Non Fiction
History of religion
Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts
Literary essays
220.67
Physical Properties
Hardback
130
Width 156mm, Height 234mm
350g
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 Bio
Roman Garrison is an Interim Minister for the Presbyterian Church U.S.A. and lives in western Pennsylvania.
