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Timothy: Paul's Closest Associate (Paul's Social NetworkBrothers and Sisters in Faith series),Used
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While most Christians might accurately identify Timothy as an associate of the apostle Paul, they probably conjure up images of Timothy and his relationship with Paul in twentyfirstcentury terms. In Timothy: Paul's Closest Associate, Bruce J. Malina ventures off the path of modern biography, with its interest in psychological development and introspection, toward a more likely description of Timothy. Malina draws us out of our individualistic worldview and into the firstcentury Mediterranean world, where introspection was unheard of and collectivism prevailed. Here alone, within a network of friends and associates, can we discover the real Timothy. Moreover, Malina's fascinating explanation of socialscientific group development over generations, while perhaps challenging readers to rethink traditional biblical interpretation, provides readers with fresh and plausible insights about Timothy. These insights lead to a greater appreciation not only for Timothy but, more important, for the gospel of God that Paul enjoined on him to proclaim: the God of Israel raised Jesus from the dead, making him Lord and Messiah.Bruce J. Malina, STD, is professor of New Testament and Early Christianity at Creighton University in Omaha. He is the author of numerous works, including The New Testament World: Insights from Cultural Anthropology (Atlanta: John Knox, 1981; rev. ed., 1993; Louisville: Westminster/Knox, 3rd rev. ed., 2001); with John J. Pilch, Social Science Commentary on the Letters of Paul (Minneapolis: Fortress, 2006); and with John J. Pilch, Social Science Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles (Minneapolis: Fortress, 2008).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Timothy: Paul's Closest Associate'? A: The book explores the life of Timothy as an associate of the apostle Paul, offering insights into his role within the first-century Mediterranean context rather than through a modern psychological lens.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Bruce J. Malina, who is a professor of New Testament and Early Christianity at Creighton University.
- Q: What type of insights does Bruce J. Malina provide about Timothy? A: Malina provides fresh social-scientific insights into Timothy's life, emphasizing collectivism and the importance of social networks in understanding his character and mission.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Timothy: Paul's Closest Associate'? A: The book was published on February 1, 2008.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study as it offers in-depth cultural and social analysis of Timothy's role in early Christianity.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or images? A: The product details do not specify whether the book includes illustrations or images.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book belongs to the genre of Catholicism and focuses on New Testament studies.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding early Christian communities? A: Yes, the book provides insights into the dynamics of early Christian communities and the role of relationships in the spread of the gospel.