What is it about?
The review covers a significant recent work in Pauline studies which explores new readings of 1 Corinthians 11-14 in the light of diatribal argumentation.
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Why is it important?
This publication highlights, summarizes and supports Peppiatt's deconstruction of the way that 1 Corinthians 11-14 has been read, agreeing that it is an exegetical embarrassment. This summary of Peppiatt's analysis will be of interest to to scholars, pastors and lay people who are interested in biblical interpretation, Pauline studies, or the complementarian/egalitarian discussion.
Perspectives
The conclusion of this review is that the exegetical embarrassment of the history of the interpretation of 1 Corinthians 11-14 calls for a robust exploration of plausible solutions that produce a coherent reading of the text. It directs the reader to Peppiatt's contribution as an example of a plausible solution, while it encourages exploration of plausible solutions that focus more on the context of culture and the Greek text.
Cynthia Westfall
McMaster Divinity College
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This page is a summary of: Women and Worship at Corinth: Paul’s Rhetorical Arguments in 1 Corinthians, written by Lucy Peppiatt, Journal of Reformed Theology, January 2017, Brill,
DOI: 10.1163/15697312-01103001.
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