Inclusiveness of Christianity (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9783838350462)

This study investigates the narrative of the Acts of the Apostles in relation to its description of the earliest community of the followers of Jesus Christ in view of drawing out the theme of inclusiveness. The literary terms used by the author of Acts which reflect inclusiveness are studied. The theme of inclusiveness is also investigated in terms of persons mentioned as inviting or enabling others to become part of the Christian community; these are labelled in this study "personal links". The exclusive tendency of the Christian community as described in Acts is also investigated. Examples of incidences of inclusiveness in the narrative of Acts is presented in order to show how the narrator articulates this theme. The narrative, is therefore, seen as providing an exampler to the reader of how the Christian community is inclusive. This study is a must read for both the established scholar and the student of the Biblical and theological studies. The Church Minister will also find it useful in the quest of providing that pastoral oversight that brings about inclusiveness in a world that is fast becoming exclusive as resources dwindle.

Author: Mumo P. Kisau
ISBN-10: 3838350464
ISBN-13: 9783838350462
Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2010
Pages: 252
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.57d