Transcending Ethnic Boundaries in Religious Beliefs

This chapter delves into how Paul's teachings challenge ethnic boundaries in religion by proclaiming the god of the Jews as the god of non-Jews, highlighting a cosmopolitan nature in Judaism. It explores the historical context of the Jesus movement, Jesus' timeline, and the influence of a cosmopolitan Jewish culture on the spread of Christianity. The discussion also touches on the timeline discrepancies in different sources regarding Jesus' life and ministry, emphasizing the role of Paul in expanding the movement beyond traditional boundaries.