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The Gnostic Paul: Gnostic Exegesis Of The Pauline Letters
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In This Highly Original Work, Elaine Pagels Demonstrates How Evidence From Gnostic Sources May Challenge The Assumption That Paul Writes His Letters To Combat Gnostic Opponents And To Repudiate Their Claims To Secret Wisdom. Drawing Upon Evidence From The Gnostic Exegesis Of Paul, Including Several Nag Hammadi Texts, The Author Examines How Gnostic Exegetes Cite And Interpret Key Passages In The Letters They Consider Pauline 1 & 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, And Hebrews. Besides Offering New Insight Into Controversies Over Paul In The Second Century, This Analysis Of Gnostic Exegesis Suggests A New Perspective For Pauline Study, Challenging Students And Scholars To Recognize The Presuppositionshermenuetical And Theologicalinvolved In Their Own Reading Of Pauls Letters. Elaine H. Pagels Is The Harrington Spear Paine Professor Of Religion At Princeton University. She Is The Author Of The Gnostic Gospels, Which Won The National Book Award And The National Book Critics Circle Award, The Johannie Gospel In Gnostic Exegesis, Adam, Eve, And The Serpent, And The Bestselling Beyond Belief: The Secret Gospel Of Thomas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Gnostic Paul' by Elaine Pagels? A: The book explores how gnostic sources challenge the traditional view that Paul wrote his letters to counter gnostic opponents, offering a new perspective on Pauline studies.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Gnostic Paul'? A: The author is Elaine Pagels, a renowned scholar in religious studies and the Harrington Spear Paine Professor of Religion at Princeton University.
- Q: What types of texts does the author analyze in this book? A: Elaine Pagels analyzes gnostic exegetical texts, including several from the Nag Hammadi library, to interpret key passages in Paul's letters.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Gnostic Paul' have? A: The book contains 192 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Gnostic Paul'? A: The book was published on March 1, 1992.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'The Gnostic Paul' suitable for both students and scholars? A: Yes, the book challenges both students and scholars to reevaluate their presuppositions in interpreting Paul's letters.
- Q: Does 'The Gnostic Paul' include information on key Pauline letters? A: Yes, the analysis includes key Pauline letters such as 1 & 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Hebrews.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What notable works has Elaine Pagels authored aside from 'The Gnostic Paul'? A: Elaine Pagels is also known for her works 'The Gnostic Gospels', 'The Johannine Gospel in Gnostic Exegesis', and 'Beyond Belief: The Secret Gospel of Thomas'.