12-27-2011, 06:19 AM
I'm wondering if we perhaps may expound on the comparison between now and then: What variables pressed Paul (along with the 12) to emphasize what he did? specifically the variation between now and then with respect to the existence of what is deemed 'Christendom.' We can draw many similitudes between now and then [namely between secularism and heathenism]; but perhaps it is also needful to take some more time to address the aforementioned.
A peculiarity I'm sure can be learned from this endeavor is that the modern reader must hold back any eisegetical judgment of kashruth when reading about Paul's advise on vegetarianism and sacrifices to idols. As we understand more deeply the ancient culture and its variations from nowadays, we may also be more confident in what will be clearly shown as the proper intents of the letters of Paul.
Even so... I am baffled to an extent when Paul writes "all food is clean," and the like. Would you read Romans 14:20 according to vegetarian context or apply it also to kashruth?
Thanks for your words Stephen.
A peculiarity I'm sure can be learned from this endeavor is that the modern reader must hold back any eisegetical judgment of kashruth when reading about Paul's advise on vegetarianism and sacrifices to idols. As we understand more deeply the ancient culture and its variations from nowadays, we may also be more confident in what will be clearly shown as the proper intents of the letters of Paul.
Even so... I am baffled to an extent when Paul writes "all food is clean," and the like. Would you read Romans 14:20 according to vegetarian context or apply it also to kashruth?
Thanks for your words Stephen.