The Cities of St. Paul: Their Influence on His Life and Thought, The Cities of Eastern Asia Minor (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163209516)

The Cities of St. Paul: Their Influence on His Life and Thought is a book written by William M. Ramsay that explores the cities of Eastern Asia Minor and their impact on the Apostle Paul's life and teachings. Ramsay, a renowned archaeologist and biblical scholar, delves into the historical and cultural context of the cities that Paul visited during his missionary journeys, including Tarsus, Antioch, Ephesus, and Corinth.The book provides a detailed analysis of the cities' geography, economy, politics, and religion, as well as their social and intellectual milieu. Ramsay argues that Paul's experiences in these cities shaped his theology and worldview, and that his teachings were deeply influenced by the cultural and philosophical currents of the time.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the cities of St. Paul's early life, including Tarsus, Antioch, and Jerusalem, and examines their influence on his upbringing and education. The second part explores the cities of St. Paul's missionary journeys, including Ephesus, Corinth, and Philippi, and analyzes their impact on his preaching and theology.Throughout the book, Ramsay draws on his extensive knowledge of archaeology, history, and biblical scholarship to provide a rich and nuanced understanding of the cities and their role in shaping St. Paul's life and thought. The Cities of St. Paul: Their Influence on His Life and Thought is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and teachings of the early Christian church.1907. Ramsay, the first Professor of Classical Archaeology at Oxford University, pioneered the study of antiquity in what is today known as western Turkey. He went on to devote the latter part of his life to applying what he had learned to the study of the New Testament. He is also acknowledged as the outstanding authority on the life of Paul. This volume is divided into the following parts: Paulinism in the Greco-Roman World; Tarsus; Antioch; Iconium; Derbe; Lystra; and St. Paul in the Roman World. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: William M. Ramsay
ISBN-10: 1163209511
ISBN-13: 9781163209516
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 500
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.98lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d