Studies in Biblical Theology: Galilean Christianity
by L. E. Elliott-Binns
Alec R. Allenson, Inc., 1956, Chicago
CONDITION:
This book is in good condition. Softcover. This is a used book with some shelf wear. Please take a look at the pictures to ascertain the condition and state of this item. The cover has some discoloration and toning along the edges. Hinges cracked. Binding detached. Text block is crisp and clean.
ATTRIBUTES:
First edition. Paperback. No dust jacket. Bound in original boards.
DESCRIPTION:
This volume explores the foundational role that Galilee and its early inhabitants played in the development of the Christian movement. The author examines the distinct cultural, religious, and geographical context of Galilee during the time of Jesus and investigates how early Galilean followers shaped primitive Christian beliefs, community structures, and traditions before and after the shift to Jerusalem. Central themes include the character of the Galilean ministry, the transition of leadership within the early church, and the eventual dispersion of these communities.
The author, Leonard Elliott Elliott-Binns, was a distinguished English theologian and ecclesiastical historian recognized for his rigorous scholarship on church history and biblical studies. His work characteristically bridges historical context with theological interpretation, offering detailed insights into the social and religious dynamics of the ancient Mediterranean world.
Published as part of a prominent academic series examining biblical theology, this study holds significance for its focused inquiry into a geographically specific strand of early Christianity. For theological collectors and historians of religion, the book represents a valuable contribution to mid-century biblical scholarship, shedding light on the complex evolution of the primitive church from its regional origins to its broader historical expansion.
FLASHBACK TO 1956 WHEN THIS BOOK WAS PUBLISHED:
When this book was published in 1956, the world was gripped by high-stakes geopolitical drama as the Suez Crisis and the brutal Soviet suppression of the Hungarian Revolution unfolded simultaneously, while back in Chicago, civil rights momentum gathered pace and architects pioneered the city's gleaming modern skyline. Amidst this turbulent backdrop of Cold War anxieties and shifting urban landscapes, Elvis Presley exploded onto the national consciousness with his debut album, and computer scientists at Dartmouth officially coined the term artificial intelligence.
Location: LIB-083