Geography and the Ascension Narrative in Acts (Society for New Testament Studies Monograph Series) [Kindle Edition]

Sleeman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 15, 2009

The book of Acts contains a strong geographical component. Yet readings of Acts typically ignore or marginalise geography’s contribution to the construction of the narrative’s theology. In this book Matthew Sleeman argues that Jesus’ ascension into heaven is foundational for establishing the ‘spatiality’ of Acts, showing that the narrative’s understanding of place and space is shaped decisively by Christ’s heavenly location. Drawing on recent advances in geographical theory, Sleeman offers a ‘spatial’ interpretation that expands our vision of how space and place inform the theological impulses of Acts. Presenting a complement to conventional ‘temporal’ readings of Acts, he sheds new light on the theology of the book, and suggests new ways of reading not only Acts but also other New Testament texts. Sleeman’s work combines innovative biblical scholarship with accessible and informative geographical analysis, and is suitable for those with research and teaching interests in human geography or biblical studies.

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'Sleeman's is an important, innovative, readable contribution to Lukan studies - and far beyond ... every serious NT library will create space for it.' Peter Doble, University of Leeds

Book Description

This study adds to our understanding of Jesus' ascension by examining how the ascension story relates to other geographical themes in the Acts of the Apostles. Focusing on the notion of 'space', it offers exciting new interpretative possibilities both for Acts and for other parts of the New Testament.

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Product Details

• File Size: 1743 KB
• Print Length: 313 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0521509629
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Up to 4 simultaneous devices, per publisher limits
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (October 15, 2009)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B002V0914I
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
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