Exclusion and Judgment in Fellowship Meals (eBook)

"A scholarly and fresh examination of the roots of the Lord's Supper in Corinth which has great relevance to issues that face us today. A book not only for the scholar, but also for the pastor and lay person who wish to study 1 Corinthians in greater depth."- George Carey, former Archbishop of Canterbury, 1992-2002"This thorough study is as fascinatingly illuminating of a whole range of socio-cultural practices around fellowship meals in the ancient world as it is exegetically sure-footed and discerning in its handling of the biblical text. Lanu Jamir brings the world of Paul's troublesome young church in Corinth vividly to life against a well-painted background. At the same time, we are led through some challenging theological and ethical insights into what it means to belong to those who share the privilege and the responsibility of eating and drinking at the table of the Lord."- Christopher J.H. Wright, Director of International Ministries, Langham Partnership"This study tackles a highly debated, contentious and difficult subject with integrity and careful consideration. By placing it solidly within the socio-historical context of the ancient world and against multiple functions of the meals in the societies, this research offers a fresh look at 1 Cor. 11.17-34. ... This is a study worth reading."- Svetlana Khobnya, Journal for the Study of The New Testament: Booklist 2017, Volume 39.5, August 2017