Jesus Tradition in Paul and Pauline Circle

Contents: Foreword. Revised Edition Foreword. Preface. Revised Edition Preface. 1. The Sources for the Study of Pauline Traditions. 2. The Pluriform, Polyglotic World of Paul that Influenced his Theology. 3. Paul: Life and Works. 4. Jesus Movement in the Pauline Tradition: Paul, a Follower of Jesus or the Founder of Christianity? A Survey of Critical Scholarship from F. C. Baur to E. P. Sanders: The Old and New Perspective on Paul. 5. Creative use of Jesus Movement in Pauline Theology. 6. Contemporary Relevance of Paul. Bibliography.

The book begins with different sources for the study of the Pauline Traditions. This leads to unfold the diverse worlds that have shaped Paul’s thoughts and theologies. In addition, the book endeavours to present life and work of Paul, meticulous survey of selected New Testament scholars who have made “the Old and New” perspectives on Paul, discussion on Jesus Movement in Paul which will help the readers to understand different Christian expressions and theologies. The book ends dealing with some contemporary issues and explores the relevance of the Pauline teaching today.