Encounters with Paul
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
As a New Testament character of note, the Apostle Paul is second only to Jesus. In this companion volume to Encounters with Jesus, Ben and Ann Witherington draw on the biblical text and deep knowledge of historical context to bring alive the reactions of several contemporaries to the famous apostle and his words and deeds. Here we hear from friends and companions as well as passing acquaintances and outright enemies of Paul. Including many photos and illustrations, this book helps us to see Paul from many vivid points of view that all up add to a compelling and revealing portrait.
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- Presents a work of careful historical conjecture, attempting to fill in the gaps in Paul’s story
- Studies Paul through the eyes of those who encountered him directly and personally
- Includes photos and illustrations
- The Dramatis Personae
- In the Words of Gamaliel—Saul’s Teacher
- In the Words of Ananias of Damascus—Saul’s Baptizer
- In the Words of Barnabas—Paul’s Companion
- In the Words of John Mark—Paul’s Off-and-On Friend
- In the Words of Silas / Silvanus—Paul’s Second Journey Companion
- In the Words of Euodia—One of Paul’s Many Converts
- In the Words of Sergius Paulus
- In the Words of Demetrius, The Silversmith—Paul’s Nemesis in Ephesus
- In the Words of Titus—Paul’s “True Son”
- In the Words of Crispus, The Synagogue Leader—Paul’s Convert in Corinth
- In the Words of Gallio—Paul’s Judge in Corinth
- In the Words of Apollos—Paul’s Colleague in Ephesus and Corinth
- In the Words of Priscilla—Paul’s Most Famous Female Co-Worker
- In the Words of Phoebe—Paul’s Female Deacon
- In the Words of Felix—Paul’s Procurator and Jailer
- In the Words of James, Brother of Jesus—The Christians’ Spiritual Leader in Jerusalem
- In the Words of Timothy—Paul’s Best Friend
- In the Words of King Herod Agrippa II—Paul’s Nemesis
- In the Words of Julius the Centurion—Paul’s Escort to Rome
- In the Words of Eutychus—Paul’s Fortunate Friend
- In the Words of Junia—Paul’s Friend and Apostle
- In the Words of Nero—Paul’s Executioner
- In the Words of Luke—Paul’s Physician and Scribe
- In the Words of Simon Peter—Paul’s Counterpart in Missions
- In the Words of Clement—Paul’s Successor in Rome
In Encounters with Paul, Ben and Ann Witherington bring Paul—and his varied and widespread web of connections—to life in this imaginative, yet well-informed, collection of ‘reminiscences’ of Paul and his impact as told by friends, rivals, proteges, and partners. This is a winsome and accessible entry point into the social networks and ministry of the apostle.
—David A. deSilva, trustees’ distinguished professor of New Testament and Greek, Ashland Theological Seminary
In Encounters with Paul, a sequel to Encounters with Jesus, my beloved friends Ben and Ann Witherington offer us valuable and enjoyable insights into the apostle Paul by creatively, yet responsibly, imagining what twenty-five individuals—ranging from Gamaliel to Phoebe to Nero to Luke—might have said regarding him had they been given the chance. A pleasurable read that engages and energizes one’s biblical, historical, and theological imagination, this is another worthwhile project from the Witheringtons!
—Todd D. Still, dean and professor of Christian Scriptures, George W. Truett Theological Seminary
- Title: Encounters with Paul
- Authors: Ben Witherington III, Ann Witherington
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Print Publication Date: 2024
- Pages: 132
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
- ISBNs: 9781666734522, 1666734527, 9781666790450, 1666790451, 166679046X, 9781666790467
- Resource ID: LLS:ENCOUNTERSPAUL
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-09-19T14:26:36Z