Social-Historical Readings of Literary, Theological, and Narrative Themes and Motifs in Luke-Acts - Hardcover

by Michael Blythe (Author)

This publication engages a broad set of narratives, themes, and motifs in Luke-Acts, many of which are treated with social-scientific criticism employing various social, political, historical, and economic paradigms to generate fresh and robust readings of ancient texts. Moreover, most essays contained in this book offer remarkably unique engagements, providing students and scholars the opportunity to further expand the material to make vibrant contributions to their own research projects. With thirteen diverse chapters, this book offers anyone interested in Lukan scholarship a vibrant introduction to various lesser explored elements within Luke's writings.

Author Biography

Michael Blythe attended the South African Theological Seminary (Bryanston, South Africa) and is a graduate of Reformed Theological Seminary (Jackson, Mississippi) and Africa Nazarene University (Nairobi). He is a faculty member at Nations University (New Orleans, Louisiana) and his work on Luke-Acts is regularly presented at academic conferences including the British New Testament Society and the Society of Biblical Literature. Blythe has published multiple monographs on Lukan scholarship and has contributed to several peer-reviewed journals.