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Penner that outlines the theological approach to Acts typified by Dibelius. --Erich Gruen Gladys Rehard Wood Professor of History and Classics University of California, Berkeley” –  Erich Gruen, Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Balch commends Penner's attempt to read the narrative of Acts rhetorically as 'progymnastic poetics' where history and theology are flip sides of the same enterprise. Please note that ebooks are subject to tax and the final price may vary depending on your country of residence. AbeBooks Seller Since 24 November 2001 The book is controversial, provocative, and stimulating in the best sense." By Fra Angelico, “Life of Stephen: Ordination and Distributing Alms” — making sure the Hellenist widows get a fair deal. He has done so by exploring how ancient historians and rhetoricians understood the writing of narratives and speeches. Penner's study challenges the fundamental assumptions of this approach. In Penner's words the book argues that: "Luke's work is a form of epideictic historiography: His goal is to write in praise of Christian origins' (288). Stephen is first mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles as one of seven deacons appointed by the Apostles to distribute food and charitable aid to poorer members of the community in the early church. “"This volume is a revised version of the author's doctoral thesis submitted to Emory University in 2000. He is first mentioned in Acts 6:5, when the apostles appoint seven deacons in order to minister to the physical needs of the faithful.Because Stephen is a Greek name (Stephanos), and because the appointment of the deacons occurred in response to complaints by Greek-speaking Jewish Christians, it is generally … The Appointment of Deacons and the Arrest of Stephen. A curious exception to this consensus is A. Spiro, "Stephen's Samaritan Background", J. Munck, The Acts of the Apostles (ed W. F. Allbright & C. S. Mann; New York: Doubleday, 1967) 285-300. The opening chapter about the history of scholarship on the Hellenists is well worth reading in its own right. A. The epideictic rhetoric of Acts seek to praise Jesus as a Prophet like Moses and eulogises the early church as bound together by the bonds of fellowship and service...""Penner supposes that for most scholars: ' It is historically impossible to conceive of early Christian history without a thread like the one that more liberal Hellenistic Jewish Christians in Acts provides' (39). evangelize Hellenists (Acts 9). As referred to in this passage, "the Hellenists"are the Christian converts among the Jews who had returned to Judea after having lived abroad in the Greek world. Both are Hellenistic Jews and neither is numbered among the 12. 242-245. ga('ec:setAction', 'add'); In Praise of Christian Origins: Stephen and the Hellenists in Lukan Apologetic Historiography Penner, Todd New York: T&T Clark, 2004 pp. All Domestic and International orders are shipped through United States Postal Service. St. Stephen was a Jew living in the Hellenic provinces, related to the Apostle Paul and one of the first seven deacons ordained by the Apostles to serve the Church in Jerusalem (thus making him an archdeacon). Specializing in Modern First Editions, out-of-print books, and other hard-to-find books. Blurb from reviewer, “In Penner's skilled analysis, Acts 6-7 becomes a prism that reveals new understandings, as much about modern scholarship as about ancient texts and historiography. Seller Rating, Publisher: Longmans, Green & Company, London. evangelize Hellenists (Acts 9). 6:1 are simply Greeks living in Jerusalem, H. J. Cadbury, “The Hellenists” in The Beginnings of Christianity, Part One: The Acts of the Apostles, eds. And they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, and Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas, ... No doubt the Hellenists appreciated this remarkable expression of commitment and trust, perhaps even an apology, and the seven Hellenist deacons took care of both Hebrew and Hellenist widows with equal care. Acts 6-8 may have some historical reminiscence but its function is to be primarily a theological voice for the author of Acts. He shows that Luke, like other ancient historians, was less interested in historicity than in writing a persuasive narrative. Blurb from reviewer, “"In his study, Penner offers a well-argued rhetorical analysis of the Stephen materials in Acts and significantly advances our understanding of the rhetorical nature of New Testament texts, including the nature of Lukan historiography. "- William H. Malas Jr., Society of Biblical Literature, 2005” –  William H. Malas Jr., “"Penner's Praise of Christian Origins draws on an extraordinarily wide range of reading in New Testament studies, classical rhetoric, ancient historiography, and Jewish-Hellenistic literature. “Review ~ International Review of Biblical Studies, vol 51, 2004/05” –. The incident between the Hebrews and the Hellenists are understood to reflect real historical and theological problems in the early Jerusalem community, demonstrating the Hellenist role as a historical bridge between Jesus and Paul. That he was an historical figure, a Greek speaking Christian Jew, can be affirmed. A dispute about the distribution of assistance to widowsNow in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a complaint against the Hebrews by the Hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution.. a. }); Which, if we’re counting odds, makes me … modifications created great difficulty for Stephen and other Hellenists who resumed residence in Jerusalem, as we read in Acts 6 7. ACTS 6:3-4 3 Therefore, brethren, seek out from among you seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business; 4 but we will give ourselves continually to prayer and to the ministry of the word.” Who chose the seven men? Stephen. '” –  F. Gerald Downing, Those who have followed Dibelius have viewed Luke's narrative with grave historical suspicion. He identifies the Stephen with the eßpaioi, and the eßpaioi as Samaritans. { By using our website you consent to all cookies in accordance with our, Todd Penner is the Gould H. and Marie Cloud Associate Professor of Religious Studies at, It looks like you are located in Australia or New Zealand, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), PDF eBook Seller Info. Theology. He tried to atone for his active participation in the stoning of Stephen by preaching Stephen’s version of the Gospel, but he could not win over everyone. }); As a result, both the text of Acts and the modern interpreter are significantly enhanced in the bridge that Penner builds between the two." 128:3.6 And this was the same Stephen who subsequently became a believer in the teachings of Jesus, and whose boldness in preaching this early gospel resulted in his being stoned to death by irate Jews. --Professor the Rev. L. G. Bloomquist, Faculty of Theology, Saint Paul University, Ottawa, Ontario” –  Professor the Rev. Blurb from reviewer, “"It is not easy to make a contribution to the discussion of the Hellenists in Acts, but Penner has. AbeBooks Bookseller Since: 24 November 2001, Very Good in a Very Good- dust jacket. ga('send', 'event', 'UX', 'click', 'add to cart'); evangelize Hellenists (Acts 9). “'The strength and excitement of this book reside in its broader analyses and challenges. The volume commences with an extended forward by David L. Blach on "Acts as Epideictic History'. These Israelites lived mainly outside of Paulestine, thoroughly acculturated in the Greek language and culture of their habitat, and they practiced their traditions in a very modified way. Stephen was a Hellenist, and it was among the Hellenists that his evangelical labors elderly lay and from whose enmity he met his death. Penner emphasizes the rhetorical and moral dimensions of ancient historiographical theory, especially the centrality of narrative and plot, the use of vivid description, the application of comparison using various type-scenes, and the role of speeches in terms of characterization and the presentation of narrative style.Todd Penner is the Assistant Professor of Religion at Austin College and the co-editor with Caroline Vander Stichele of Contextualizing Acts: Lukan Narrative and Greco-Roman Discourse. Blurb from reviewer, “In this thoroughly researched study of Acts 6-7 Penner breaks new ground in our understanding of Acts as well as Greek and Roman history writing generally. Acts 6-8 describe the activities of two non-apostles, Stephen and Philip. However, Penner is on the mark when he comments,' Yet few scholars have readily identified the way in which theology and history are intricately connected in Luke's narration of history' (50) to the point that history and theology in Acts cannot be neatly cordoned off from one another...  "Penner has written a stimulating, provocative and challenging volume. In Stephen: Paul and the Hellenist Israelites, John J. Pilch reflects on Stephen as a Hellenist Israelite, a collectivistic person, a deacon (the word does not appear in Acts), and one who true to his tradition communicates with the world of God in alternate states of consciousness. The work is a rhetorical study of the controversial Hellenists narrative found in Acts 6:1–8:3. Antioch... that the outcry against the Christians in Jerusalem which led to the death of Stephen did not start among the native Jews but among the Hellenists "those who... /.../lake/landmarks in the history of early christianity/iii antioch.htm }); $('#addtocartbutton-124128').click(function() { THE MURMURING OF THE HELLENISTS AGAINST THE HEBREWS. $65.00 For information on how we process your data, read our Privacy Policy. Almost all scholars look to Acts 6:1-8:3 as providing the bedrock of early Christian tradition. In Stephen: Paul and the Hellenist Israelites, John J. Pilch reflects on Stephen as a Hellenist Israelite, a collectivistic person, a deacon (the word does not appear in Acts), and one who true to his tradition communicates with the world of God in alternate states of consciousness. His application of ancient narrative strategies to the Stephen story is important not only for how we perceive this pivotal episode, but for how we read narratives in Acts." Penetrating insights emerge about genre, rhetoric, Christian origins, and our own quest to define those very categories. Particularly impressive is his ability to blend together literary, rhetorical, and historical methodologies in a way that models well how these diverse methods can (and should) come together to exegete texts... Scholars will have to engage seriously the contribution that Penner has made here. { "He fell asleep" with a prayer for his persecutors on his lips ( 7:60).Devout men carried him to his grave ( 8:2). In Stephen: Paul and the Hellenist Israelites, John J. Pilch reflects on Stephen as a Hellenist Israelite, a collectivistic person, a deacon (the word does not appear in Acts), and one who true to his tradition communicates with the world of God in alternate states of consciousness. Save up to 80% by choosing the eTextbook option for ISBN: 9780567049704, 0567049701. F. J. Foakes and Kirsopp Lake (Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1966), 4:64. After Acts 6, the Hellenists appear again in Acts 9:29, when Paul “talked and debated with the Hellenistic Jews, but they tried to kill him” in Jerusalem. That experience set the stage for Pauls commissioning by the risen Jesus to evangelize Hellenists (Acts 9). John Pilch’s work is a cultural-anthropological study of Stephen, one of the “Hellenists” chosen by the Apostles to minister to neglected Hellenist widows, and whose death in Acts 7 parallels Jesus’ and leads to Paul’s conversion. modifications created great difficulty for Stephen and other Hellenists who resumed residence in Jerusalem, as we read in Acts 6 7. 3 4Scott, “Stephen’s Defense and the World Mission of the People of God,” 132-33.Cadbury would even go further, asserting that the &Ellhnistaiv of Ac. one of the seven deacons, who became a preacher of the gospel. Hello Select your address Best Sellers Today's Deals New Releases Electronics Books Customer Service Gift Ideas Home Computers Gift Cards Sell ..This book requires no bonus, but i has one: a foreword by David Balch.' And the idea needs to be chased down and stamped out. -- Gregory E. Sterling, Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins” –  Gregory E. Sterling, This monograph is a revised version of Penner’s doctoral dissertation completed at Emory University. evangelize Hellenists (Acts 9). Penner's grasp of all these fields is admirable and matched by few. He situates his work critically within a long and prominent tradition of New Testament scholarship and challenges it to take seriously the rhetorical narrativity of historia and the epideictic force of the Lukan presentation of Stephen and the Hellenists. All domestic orders shipped protected in a Box. 'name': 'Contextualizing Gender in Early Christian Discourse' STEPHEN AND THE HELLENISTS Simon, Marcel. Pp. In the introduction, John Pilch summarizes the historical data concerning Stephen and his importance for the Acts of the Apostles. Stephen was tremendously impressed with what Jesus said; he never forgot his words. Life. View more information. The incident between the Hebrews and the Hellenists are understood to reflect real historical and theological problems in the early Jerusalem community, demonstrating the Hellenist role as a historical bridge between Jesus and Paul. Buy Used Price: £ 44.44 Convert Currency. Hellenists VS. Hebrews! Today we remember Stephen, who the author of Acts describes as “a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit” and “his face was like the face of an angel.” The tradition honors him as the first deacon and the first martyr. These were Jews who spoke Greek and who read what we now call the Old Testament in Greek instead of in Hebrew. L. G. Bloomquist, Blurb from reviewer, “"Steeped in the writings of ancient Greek, Roman, Hellenistic, and Jewish historians, Penner employs his impressive skills of interpretation to produce a ground-breaking study of Stephen and the Hellenists in Acts. 6 Esler, Community 137-39; Hill, Hellenists ; Simon, Stephen. ... And what they said pleased the whole multitude, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, and Philip, and Prochoros, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolaos, a proselyte of Antioch. viii + 130. The Gentiles and the Gentile Mission in Luke-Acts - by Stephen G. Wilson June 1973 If mailing payment please contact us beforehand so we can put the title on hold for you. Almost all scholars look to Acts 6:1-8:3 as providing the bedrock of early Christian tradition. Yet Stephen belonged to the very group of Israelites to whom Paul later brought the Good News: the Hellenists. “"Todd Penner has created a stir among Luke-Acts scholars....Penner has made an important contribution to Acts scholarship. Available for Library/Institution purchase From Rare Book Cellar (Pomona, NY, U.S.A.) AbeBooks Seller Since 24 November 2001 Seller Rating. ga('send', 'event', 'UX', 'click', 'add to cart'); View all copies of this book. xl + 400. Hellenists Source: A Dictionary of the Bible Contains accessibly written entries for topics covering the religious, historical, and social aspects of the Bible. Bookseller: Rare Book Cellar Todd Penner is the Gould H. and Marie Cloud Associate Professor of Religious Studies at Austin College, Sherman, Texas, USA, Caroline Vander Stichele, In Praise of Christian Origins: Stephen and the Hellenists in Lukan Apologetic Historiography (Emory Studies in Early Christianity) [Penner, Todd, Balch, David L.] on Amazon.com. Hardcover. Saul showed his dauntless spirit, and perhaps his deep compunction at the part he had taken in Stephen's death, by thus encountering their bitter and unrelenting enmity. In Praise of Christian Origins Stephen and the Hellenists in Lukan Apologetic Historiography 1st Edition by Todd Penner and Publisher T & T Clark International USA. Larry Hurtado’s Blog is a sincere effort to share biblical scholarship with a wider lay readership.He has most recently pointed to a site that promises to address biblical issues for a general readership and even has an “ask a scholar” section: Bible Odyssey. Furtermore, if Penner's thesis is correct it has serious implications not only for Lukan scholarship but also for the entire science of ancient history itself. Penner's study challenges the fundamental assumptions of this approach. It is a significant contribution to the study of Acts within the context of ancient history writing. }); This website uses cookies to improve user experience. The incident between the Hebrews and the Hellenists are understood to reflect real historical and theological problems in the early Jerusalem community, demonstrating the Hellenist role as a historical bridge between Jesus and Paul. Background. "The Hebrews"in this verse are the Christian converts among the Jews who were born and raised in His personal character and history are recorded in Acts 6. 'name': 'The Epistle of James and Eschatology' Setting this narrative in the context of a historiography guided by the aims of epideictic rhetoric, he has shifted focus away from traditional questions of historicity or theology to the construct of Christian self-identity. You can unsubscribe from newsletters at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any newsletter. ... Stephen and Philip were a good deal more than almoners. In this account we learn who Stephen was, what he said, and how he died al things that made a huge impression onPaul. ga('ec:setAction', 'add'); By Marcel Simon. { The appointment of deacons. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Almost all scholars look to Acts 6:1-8:3 as providing the bedrock of early Christian tradition. Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. ga('ec:setAction', 'add'); Buy In Praise of Christian Origins: Stephen and the Hellenists in Lukan Apologetic Historiography (Emory Studies in Early Christianity) by Penner, Todd, Balch, David L. (ISBN: 9780567026200) from Amazon's Book Store. ga('ec:addProduct', }); 7 Dunn argues convincingly that the accounts of the Hellenists, from the neglected widows, through Stephen and Philip, to the impact upon the church at Antioch, were available to Luke in a single coherent resource, which constituted a major source for Acts alongside a source of “Peter” material and a source of “Paul” material; Beginning, pp. }); $('#addtocartbutton-125979').click(function() { "- Shelly Matthews, Furman University, SBL 2006” –, “"This book demonstrates a scholar with an impressive grasp of scholarly literature on Acts as well as of relevant literature from the contemporary Greco-Roman world...Penner has written a highly well informed work that all who study the book of Acts hereafter cannot afford to ignore. In Praise of Christian Origins: Stephen and the Hellenists in Lukan Apologetic Historiography: Penner, Todd C: Amazon.nl Selecteer uw cookievoorkeuren We gebruiken cookies en vergelijkbare tools om uw winkelervaring te verbeteren, onze services aan te bieden, te begrijpen hoe klanten onze services gebruiken zodat we verbeteringen kunnen aanbrengen, en om advertenties weer te geven. (The Haskell Lectures, Oberlin College, 1956). Penner brings this rich array of scholarship to bear on a novel interpretation of Acts' narrative on the "Hellenists" and Stephen. Todd Penner. All Items are shipped within 24 hours of receipt of payment. ga('ec:addProduct', In Stephen: Paul and the Hellenist Israelites, John J. Pilch reflects on Stephen as a Hellenist Israelite, a collectivistic person, a deacon (the word does not appear in Acts), and one who true to his tradition communicates with the world of God in alternate states of consciousness. It is the kind of book that stimulates reflection and discussion, being provocatively bold and yet sophistically nuanced. This work 'name': 'Contextualizing Gender in Early Christian Discourse' But, he also presents Lukan studies with a formidable challenge by drawing attention to the ideological underpinnings of the history of interpretation of Lukan texts in general. The Haskell Lectures ... 1956 by Marcel Simon (ISBN: ) from Amazon's Book Store. Blurb from reviewer, “'...important, well-researched and effectively argued'” –  F. Gerald Downing, The print version of this textbook is ISBN: 9780567026200, 0567026205. The way in which Penner argues his case is admirable in regard to both its analytical sharpness and scholarly fairness. The Life of Saint Stephen . Penner begins by providing a review of previous literature. It is possible these men were not followers of Jesus prior to Pentecost. "- Torrey Seland, Society of the Biblical Literature, 2005” –. St. Stephen and the Hellenists in the Primitive Church. Simon, Marcel, St. Stephen and the Hellenists in the primitive church: [Rezension] by: Delling, Gerhard 1905-1986 Published: (1960) Stephen and the life of the primitive church by: Trudinger, Paul 1930- Published: (1984) The pia ce of Stephen in the development of early Christianity is a continuing controversy in scholarship. ga('ec:addProduct', Samuel Byrskog Professor of New Testament and Hermeneutics, Göteborg University, Sweden, and Adjunct Professor of New Testament, Stockholm School of Theology, Sweden.” –  Samuel ByrskogSamuel Byrskog, Published by Longmans, Green & Company, London, 1958. In Praise of Christian Origins: Stephen and the Hellenists in Lukan Apologetic Historiography (Emory Studies in Early Christianity) Money Orders, Cashiers Checks and Personal Checks are also accepted. 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These they set before the apostles, and they prayed and laid their hands upon them. --Daryl Schmidt, John F. Weatherly Professor of New Testament, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas” –  Daryl Schmidt, ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; Original unclipped dust jacket protected by archival Brodart cover. Yet Stephen is the first martyr and his speech summarizing some important theological points in the transition between Peter’s ministry in Jerusalem and Paul’s mission in Acts 13. Not much is known about Saint Stephen's origin. Despite being Jewish, the Hellenists had adopted Greek cultural elements and spoke Greek. He was the first Christian martyr. Appointment of Deacons, and Stephen, the First Christian Martyr ... Hebrews by the Hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. The work of Craig Hill emphasizes the unity of the early church, but never really wrestles with the nature of Lukan historia. Stephen Miller’s foulness is an idea that has been given shape and breath by Stephen Miller the person. Save for Later. Address: Pomona, NY, U.S.A. 'id': '9780567477507', It is hard to imagine the future of the conversation in Lukan studies independent of a response to Penner's work, a response he engagingly invites his readers to make." Quantity available: 1. If your book order is heavy or over-sized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required. Overnight shipping is available for an extra fee. Both are Hellenistic Jews, and neither is numbered among the Twelve. Related Content. According to Orthodox belief, he was the eldest and is therefore called "archdeacon". Penner's study will almost certainly encourage his peers to consider new approaches to the study of the Acts of the Apostles." 'id': '9780567147974', Benjamin Moss 4 Fox Hollow Rd Pomona NY 10970 USA 845-512-8229 Rarebo... Orders usually ship within 2 business days. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. 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