"Among recent studies of Paul's life and thought, Schnelle's deserves to be ranked not only as one of the most comprehensive but also as one of the most compelling. With methodological clarity and exegetical skill, he demonstrates that the apostle's theology has to be understood in relation to his ministry and that this requires an examination of his letters individually, in the light of their respective historical, situational, and cultural contexts. Schnelle's exposition of the basic structures and overarching themes of Paul's theology is the more credible for being so carefully grounded and is an outstanding contribution to the ongoing discussion of this critical topic."  
\--__Victor Paul Furnish__, Southern Methodist University  
  
"An amazingly comprehensive book on the apostle. . . . I do not know when in recent years a scholar has grappled with the history behind Paul's life and produced as coherent a statement of Paul's thought as it arises out of the circumstances of his ministry. This massive book will no doubt be read primarily by scholars and graduate students and perhaps serve as a textbook or resource for others. Eugene Boring ably translates the book and adapts the bibliographical documentation for English-speaking readers. . . . Schnelle's work represents an important milestone in Pauline studies. It will be a major conversation-partner for scholars for a long time to come."  
\--__Charles B. Cousar__, Interpretation   
"A magisterial work that will become an essential reference volume for students and scholars alike desiring a convenient book that examines all important primary texts and scholarly positions in Pauline research, particularly English and German. . . . The author and translator have worked well together to produce a work that surpasses the German original: it should be regarded as an entirely new study! Schnelle's book will undoubtedly become a classic in the field."  
\--__Kenneth Atkinson__, Review of Biblical Literature   
"A significant contribution to the study of Paul's theology. . . . The writing and theological analysis is crisp, logical, and precise. . . . The work provides an interesting way to access much German Pauline scholarship. It is a pleasure to read and each page holds new insights even for the advanced scholar."  
\--__Dennis L. Stamps__, Journal for the Study of the New Testament

__Udo Schnelle__ (DrTheol, University of Göttingen) is professor of New Testament at the University of Halle-Wittenberg in Germany. He is the author of numerous works, including Theology of the New Testament and History and Theology of the New Testament Writings, both translated by M. Eugene Boring. __M. Eugene Boring__ (PhD, Vanderbilt University), before retiring, was the I. Wylie and Elizabeth M. Briscoe Professor of New Testament at Brite Divinity School, Texas Christian University. He is the author of several books, including the Interpretation commentary on Revelation, and lives in Fort Worth, Texas.

Paul's writings are centrally important not only for the establishment of the Christian faith but also for the whole history of Western culture. Senior New Testament scholar Udo Schnelle offers a comprehensive introduction to the life and thought of Paul that combines historical and theological analysis. The work was translated into clear, fluent English from the original German--with additional English-language bibliographical reference materials--by leading American scholar M. Eugene Boring. First released in hardcover to strong acclaim, the book is now available in paperback. It is essential reading for professors, students, clergy, and others with a scholarly interest in Paul.

A senior New Testament scholar offers a comprehensive introduction to the life and thought of Paul that combines historical and theological analysis.

__Contents  
  
Part 1: The Course of Paul's Life and the Development of His Thought__ 1. Prologue: Paul as Challenge and Provocation   
2. Sources and Chronology for Paul's Life and Work: Definite and Hypothetical  
3. The Pre-Christian Paul: Open-Minded Religious Zealot  
4. The Call to Be Apostle to the Gentiles: The New Horizon  
5. The Christian Paul: A Volcano Begins to Rumble  
6. The Apostolic Council and the Incident at Antioch: The Problems Remain Unresolved  
7. Paul's Independent Mission: The Volcano Erupts  
8. Paul and the Thessalonians: Consolation and Confidence  
9. First Corinthians: High and True Wisdom  
10. Second Corinthians: Peace and War  
11. Paul and the Galatians: Discovery in Conflict  
12. Paul and the Church in Rome: High-Level Encounter  
13. Paul in Rome: The Old Man and His Work  
__Part 2: The Basic Structures of Pauline Thought__ 14. The Presence of Salvation: The Center of Pauline Theology  
15. Theology: The God Who Acts  
16. Christology: The Lord Who Is Present  
17. Soteriology: The Transfer Has Begun  
18. Pneumatology: The Spirit Moves and Works   
19. Anthropology: The Struggle for the Self   
20. Ethic: The New Being as Meaning Formation  
21. Ecclesiology: The Church as a Demanding and Attracting Fellowship  
22. Eschatology: Expectation and Memory  
23. Epilogue: Pauline Thought as Enduring Meaning Formation

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Schnelle, Udo

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Translator’s Preface

Preface to the German Edition

Abbreviations

Part One: The Course of Paul’s Life and the Development of His Thought

1. Prologue: Paul as Challenge and Provocation

2. Sources and Chronology for Paul's Life and Work: Definite and Hypothetical

3. The Pre-Christian Paul: Open-Minded Religious Zealot

4. The Call to Be Apostle to the Gentiles: The New Horizon

5. The Christian Paul: A Volcano Begins to Rumble

6. The Apostolic Council and the Incident at Antioch: The Problems Remain Unresolved

7. Paul's Independent Mission: The Volcano Erupts

8. Paul and the Thessalonians: Consolation and Confidence

9. First Corinthians: High and True Wisdom

10. Second Corinthians: Peace and War

11. Paul and the Galatians: Discovery in Conflict

12. Paul and the Church in Rome: High-Level Encounter

13. Paul in Rome: The Old Man and His Work

Part Two: The Basic Structures of Pauline Thought

14. The Presence of Salvation: The Center of Pauline Theology

15. Theology: The God Who Acts

16. Christology: The Lord Who Is Present

17. Soteriology: The Transfer Has Begun

18. Pneumatology: The Spirit Moves and Works

19. Anthropology: The Struggle for the Self

20. Ethics: The New Being as Meaning Formation

21. Ecclesiology: The Church as a Demanding and Attracting Fellowship

22. Eschatology: Expectation and Memory

23. Epilogue: Pauline Thought as Enduring Meaning Formation

Selected Bibliography

I. Texts

II. Lexica, Dictionaries, Concordances, Reference Works

III. Commentaries, Monographs, Essays, Articles

Index of Subjects

Index of Greek Words and Phrases

Index of Modern Authors

Index of Ancient Sources

Notes

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A detailed exploration of Apostle Paul's life and theology by Udo Schnelle. This book combines historical context with theological insights for students and scholars alike.

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