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Enemies of the Cross of Christ

A Rhetorical Analysis of the Terminology of the Cross and Conflict in Philippians

  • Hardback
  • 298 pages
  • Publisher: Continuum
  • 15.6 x 23.4 x 1.8 cm

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Employing classical rhetorical analysis, this book examines how Paul structures a deliberative argument using his understanding of the "cross of Christ". His goals are to guide/advise the Philippian community through internal and external strife (chapter 2), combat his opponents (chapter 3) and develop his notion of the eschatological community (3:18-21). Williams proposes that while Paul has a "theology of the death of Jesus", of which cross terminology is one of several aspects, this terminology is used almost exclusively in polemical/conflictual contexts. Hence Paul appears to be using "cross of Christ" not so much as a doctrine but rather as a rhetorical tool, in a context of conflict and strife, to support his understanding of eschatology, apostolic service, the nature of Christian existence and community among the saints.
  • Author

    Demetrius Williams

  • Book Format

    Hardback

  • Publisher

    Continuum

  • Published

    November 2002

  • Weight

    568g

  • Page Count

    298

  • Dimensions

    15.6 x 23.4 x 1.8 cm

  • ISBN

    9780826460523

  • ISBN-10

    0826460526

  • Eden Code

    1164033

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