Enemies of the cross of Christ : the terminology of the cross and conflict in Philippians
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Enemies of the cross of Christ : the terminology of the cross and conflict in Philippians
（Journal for the study of the New Testament : supplement series, 223）
Sheffield Academic Press, c2002
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Originally presented as the author's thesis--Harvard Divinity School, 1997
Includes bibliographical references and indexes
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Enemies of the Cross' employs classical rhetorical analysis to examine how Paul structures a deliberative argument using his understanding of the 'cross of Christ'. His goals are to guide/advise the Philippian community through internal and external strife (ch. 2), combat his opponents (ch.3), and develop his notion of the eschatological community (3:18-21). Williams proposes that while Paul has a 'theology of the death of Jesus', of which cross terminology is one of several aspects, this terminology is used almost exclusively in polemical/conflictual contexts. Hence Paul appears to be using 'cross of Christ' not so much as a doctrine but rather as a rhetorical tool, in a context of conflict and strife, to support his understanding of eschatology, apostolic service, the nature of Christian existence, and community among the saints.
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