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Book Recommendation: In Search of Paul
- Consider "In Search of Paul" by Crossan and Reed for archaeological and New Testament scholarship insights.
- Think critically and examine their conclusions, as they are liberal textual critics.
Jewish Roots of Christianity
- Early Christianity developed within Judaism, evidenced by the "party of the Pharisees" mentioned in Acts.
- The influx of Gentiles caused discomfort among Jewish communities, mirroring contemporary societal changes.
Dead Sea Scrolls and Misreading Paul
- The Dead Sea Scrolls, discovered mid-last century, offer insights into Second Temple Judaism and how we misread Paul.
- One scroll, "Mixat Mase Hat Torah," meaning "The Works of the Law," helps us understand the Jewish perspective on Torah.