Nelson R. Capes

Philippians 2:6-11: Pre-existence or Second Adam Christology?

A Comparison of the Exegeses of Three Modern Scholars with that of St. John Chrysostom

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Produktbeschreibung

At least two major Christologies have been found in Phil 2:6-11, which is otherwise known as the Philippians hymn. One group of biblical scholars argues for a Christology of a pre-existent, divine being who had full equality with God from eternity. This is often referred to as "pre-existence" Christology. A second group of biblical scholars argues that in Phil 2:6-11 Paul was not describing a pre-existent, divine being but rather the earthly Jesus of Nazareth. These scholars generally interpret the pericope as exhibiting a "Second Adam" Christology. Whether or not Paul intended for Phil 2:6-11 to have an ethical purpose or a soteriological purpose and a pre-existence Christology or a Second Adam Christology depends to a large extent on the interpretation of a small number of Greek words contained in the text. Because these words can have a wide range of meanings, the various interpretations of the Philippians hymn are strongly debated. This book compares the interpretations of three modern scholars and one ancient scholar.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 80
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Mai 2016
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 220mm x 150mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 138g
• ISBN-13: 9783659877582
• ISBN-10: 3659877581
• Artikelnr.: 45068059

Autorenporträt

Mr. Capes is a 2012 graduate of the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota, with the degree of Master of Arts in Theology. His other academic achievements include a B.A. from Boston University (Biology), M.S. from Cornell University (Biochemistry) and a J.D. from the University of Minnesota.