Apocalyptic Eschatology in the Gospel of Matthew
by David C. Sim
2020-07-23 23:51:27
Apocalyptic Eschatology in the Gospel of Matthew
by David C. Sim
2020-07-23 23:51:27
This study reconstructs the apocalyptic eschatology in Matthew''s Gospel so we may understand his time and concerns. Sociological analysis of apocalypticism in Judaism and early Christianity shows that such a world view is adopted by a minority group...
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This study reconstructs the apocalyptic eschatology in Matthew''s Gospel so we may understand his time and concerns. Sociological analysis of apocalypticism in Judaism and early Christianity shows that such a world view is adopted by a minority group in a time of great crisis. Matthew''s distinctive and often vengeful vision must be set against his community''s conflict with Judaism, Gentiles and the larger Christian movement and his acute need to enhance his community''s sense of identity and out of pastoral concern.
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