This book is the first study to focus on the reception of Paul's link between resurrection and salvation, revealing its profound effect on early Christian theology - not only eschatology, but also anthropology, pneumatology, ethics, and soteriology. Thomas D. McGlothlin traces the roots of the strong tension on the matter in ancient Judaism and then offers deep readings of the topic by key theologians of pre-Nicene Christianity, who argued on both sides of the issue of the fleshliness of the resurrected body. McGlothlin unravels the surprising continuities that emerge between Irenaeus, Origen, and the Valentinians, as well as deep disagreements between allies like Irenaeus and Tertullian.

This book shows how Paul's tight link between resurrection and salvation both raised problems for and profoundly shaped Early Christian theology.

About the Author
Thomas D. McGlothlin holds a Ph.D. in Early Christianity from Duke University, North Carolina. He currently teaches at the Christian Academy in Japan.

Reviews
'With its unique approach to the topic of resurrection, this monograph serves as a clear contribution to the understanding of the Bible and patristic theology.' Ben C. Blackwell, Religious Studies Review



Book Information
ISBN 9781108426565
Author Thomas D. McGlothlin
Format Hardback
Page Count 312
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 590g
Dimensions(mm) 235mm * 157mm * 22mm