A Companion to Paul in the Reformation

The reception and interpretation of the writings of St Paul in the early modern period forms the subject of this volume, from late medieval Paulinism and the beginnings of humanist biblical scholarship and interpretation, through the ways that theologians of various confessions considered Paul. Beyond the ways that theological voices construed Paul, several articles examine how Pauline texts impacted other areas of early modern life, such as political thought, the regulation of family life, and the care of the poor. Throughout, the volume makes clear the importance of Paul for all of the confessions, and denies the confessionalism of previous historiography. The chapters, written by experts in the field, offer a critical overview of current research, and introduce the major themes in Pauline interpretation in the Reformation and how they are being interpreted at the start of the 21st century. Honorable Mention Roland H. Bainton Book Prize 2010; Category Reference Works.

Review:

This is a tome that specialists in Pauline studies, the history of biblical interpretation and theology, and Renaissance and Reformation history will want to consult carefully and often . John A. Maxfield, Concordia University College of Alberta. In: Sixteenth Century Journal, Vol. 42, No. 3 (2011), pp. 817-819. A feast for historians of biblical interpretation. Bernhard Lang, Universitat Paderborn. In: International Review of Biblical Studies, Vol. 57 (2009-2010), entry no. 1965 (p. 449). The erudition, breadth, and insight animating this collection make it an eminent addition to ministerial and academic libraries. Mark S. Letourneau, Weber State University. In: Anglican and Episcopal History, June 2011, pp. 218-219.