1 Timothy is thought to be a letter that was directed to early Christian Gnostics as a way of devaluing their beliefs and promoting early Christian values. This letter, specifically, focuses on the living standards and social interaction of a “good” Christian community; such qualities included: how people were to pray, behave toward elderly, widows,… Continue reading →
Luke’s description of Paul shows the reader the deep connection he has with the Gentiles and his extensive support throughout the Gentile Mission and Christianity. In 9:1-30 Paul’s steadfastness toward Jesus is displayed as he sits in Damascus for three days without food, water, or his sight. Through his actions, Luke proves that Paul is… Continue reading →
When looking at Matthew’s version of the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, as compared to Mark’s, we see that Matthew followed the normal plot line of an ancient biography. Matthew’s account of Jesus, throughout the Gospel, focuses on the divine, and how Jesus fulfills the ancient scriptures, beginning with his genealogy and decent from… Continue reading →
