Galatians Reconsidered: Jews, Gentiles, and Justification in the First and the Twenty-First Centuries

Galatians Reconsidered is a study that explores the differences between Jewish and Gentile converts in Paul's argument on justification. It emphasizes the role of regression and the dichotomy between faith and works. By re-establishing Galatians in its original Jewish and pagan context, it exposes the problems faced by Galatian churches and shows how they still speak to modern churches today. It provides a robust new look at the question of justification and challenges us to put Paul's wisdom into practice in our own church settings.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 20 October 2022
Publisher: Inter-Varsity Press

Galatians Reconsidered is a captivating and pragmatic exploration of Paul the Apostle's writing, delving into the intricate nuances of his argument on justification. Through his meticulous examination of the interplay between faith and works, Neil Martin sheds light on the contrasting perspectives between Jews and Gentiles regarding the Law. By re-contextualizing Galatians within its original Jewish and pagan milieu, Martin unveils the challenges faced by the Galatian churches and demonstrates how their teachings continue to resonate with modern congregations. His insightful analysis not only deepens our understanding of Paul's message but also prompts us to apply his wisdom in our own church contexts. Galatians Reconsidered is a thought-provoking and stimulating examination of the complexities of justification. It offers a comprehensive review of both the Old Perspective and the New Perspective on Paul, as well as the Radical New Perspective's insightful observations of ongoing differences between Jewish and Gentile converts. This book will leave readers with a thorough grasp of the merits and shortcomings of these perspectives, while also providing a broader understanding of the letter to the Galatians in its historical and contemporary contexts.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 156 x 232 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789743890