Paul And His Interpreters: A Critical History (1912) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164022886)

""Paul And His Interpreters: A Critical History"" is a book written by Albert Schweitzer and originally published in 1912. The book is a critical analysis of the interpretation of the teachings of the apostle Paul, who is considered one of the most important figures in the development of Christianity. Schweitzer examines the work of various scholars and theologians who have attempted to interpret Paul's writings, including Martin Luther, Friedrich Schleiermacher, and Adolf Deissmann. The book argues that many of these interpretations have been influenced by the personal beliefs and biases of the interpreters, rather than a true understanding of Paul's teachings. Schweitzer also suggests that the historical context in which Paul lived and wrote has been overlooked by many interpreters, leading to misunderstandings of his message. Overall, ""Paul And His Interpreters"" is a thought-provoking and insightful examination of the interpretation of one of the most important figures in Christian history. It challenges readers to consider the ways in which our own biases and beliefs can shape our understanding of religious texts and teachings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Albert Schweitzer
ISBN-10: 1164022881
ISBN-13: 9781164022886
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 272
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.57d