Rethinking Paul: Protestant Theology and Pauline Exegesis

Edwin van Driel's book explores contemporary Pauline exegesis and its implications for Protestant theology, comparing new interpretations with traditional perspectives. He argues that the key difference lies in narrative substructures, challenging traditional paradigms and opening up interdisciplinary exploration.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 415 pages
Publication date: 10 August 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

In his comprehensive book, Edwin van Driel delves into the intricate realm of contemporary Pauline exegesis, exploring its profound implications for Protestant theology. Over the past few decades, scholars have presented fresh perspectives on the apostle, such as the New Perspective on Paul and the apocalyptic interpretation of his writings. Van Driel skillfully juxtaposes these innovative interpretations with traditional Protestant understandings of Paul, highlighting the crucial distinction between them. Rather than focusing solely on individual Pauline notions, he uncovers the underlying narrative structures that shape his writings. Through his meticulous exploration, van Driel unveils how these new exegetical proposals not only deepen, broaden, enrich, and challenge traditional Protestant theological paradigms but also find their place within ongoing contextual conversations on theological anthropology, social imagination, and the church's mission. This volume serves as a gateway for interdisciplinary exploration and collaboration between biblical scholarship and theology, paving the way for a more holistic understanding of Scripture and its relevance in today's world.

In his comprehensive book, Edwin van Driel delves into the intricate realm of contemporary Pauline exegesis, exploring its profound implications for Protestant theology. Over the past few decades, scholars have presented fresh perspectives on the apostle, such as the New Perspective on Paul and the apocalyptic interpretation of his writings. Van Driel skillfully juxtaposes these innovative interpretations with traditional Protestant understandings of Paul, highlighting the crucial distinction between them. Rather than focusing solely on individual Pauline notions, he uncovers the underlying narrative structures that shape his writings. Through his meticulous exploration, van Driel unveils how these new exegetical proposals not only deepen, broaden, enrich, and challenge traditional Protestant theological paradigms but also find their place within ongoing contextual conversations on theological anthropology, social imagination, and the church's mission. This volume serves as a gateway for interdisciplinary exploration and collaboration between biblical scholarship and theology, paving the way for a more holistic understanding of Scripture and its relevance in today's world.

ISBN-13: 9781108742597