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Contemporary Western readers may find it surprising that honor and shame, patronage and reciprocity, kinship and family, and purity and pollution offer us keys to interpreting the New Testament. But as recent scholarship has proposed and as David deSilva demonstrates, paying attention to these cultural themes opens our eyes and ears to new discoveries and deeper understanding.Through our understanding of honor and shame in the Mediterranean world, we gain new appreciation of the way in which the personhood of early Christians connected with group values. By examining the protocols of patronage and reciprocity, we more firmly grasp the meaning of God's graceand our response has fresh meaning. In exploring the ethos of kinship and household relations, we enlarge our perspective on the early Christian communities that met in houses and functioned as a new family or 'household' of God. And by investigating the notions of purity and pollution along with their associated practices, we come to realize how the ancient 'map' of society and the world was revised by the power of the gospel.DeSilva's work will reward you with a deeper appreciation of the New Testament, the gospel and Christian discipleship. More than that, it will also inform your participation in contemporary Christian community.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Honor, Patronage, Kinship & Purity'? A: The main theme of the book explores how concepts like honor and shame, patronage and reciprocity, kinship and family, and purity and pollution are essential for understanding New Testament culture.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Honor, Patronage, Kinship & Purity: Unlocking New Testament Culture' is David A. deSilva.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on October 12, 2000.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain a deeper appreciation for the New Testament and insights into early Christian communities through the exploration of cultural themes.
- Q: Is this book suitable for contemporary readers? A: Yes, the book is designed for contemporary Western readers looking to enhance their understanding of New Testament culture.
- Q: Does the book focus on theological concepts? A: Yes, the book delves into theological concepts by examining ancient cultural practices and their implications for understanding Christian teachings.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the 58684th edition.
- Q: What topics are covered in relation to early Christian communities? A: The book covers topics such as kinship, household relations, and the impact of purity and pollution on early Christian communities.