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Geography and the Ascension Narrative in Acts

  • Paperback
  • 314 pages
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • 14 x 21.6 x 1.8 cm

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The book of Acts contains a strong geographical component. Yet readings of Acts typically ignore or marginalise geography's contribution to the construction of the narrative's theology. In this 2009 book Matthew Sleeman argues that Jesus' ascension into heaven is foundational for establishing the 'spatiality' of Acts, showing that the narrative's understanding of place and space is shaped decisively by Christ's heavenly location. Drawing on recent advances in geographical theory, Sleeman offers a 'spatial' interpretation that expands our vision of how space and place inform the theological impulses of Acts. Presenting a complement to conventional 'temporal' readings of Acts, he sheds new light on the theology of the book, and suggests new ways of reading not only Acts but also other New Testament texts. Sleeman's work combines innovative biblical scholarship with accessible and informative geographical analysis, and is suitable for those with research and teaching interests in human geography or biblical studies.
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  • Author

    Matthew Sleeman

  • Book Format

    Paperback

  • Publisher

    Cambridge University Press

  • Published

    August 2013

  • Weight

    400g

  • Page Count

    314

  • Dimensions

    14 x 21.6 x 1.8 cm

  • ISBN

    9781107628311

  • ISBN-10

    1107628318

  • Eden Code

    4139348

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