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The Paradox of Salvation : Luke's Theology of the Cross (Society for New Testament Studies Monograph Series)
The Paradox of Salvation Luke's Theology of the Cross - Society for New Testament Studies Monograph Series Author:Peter Doble This study refutes the allegation that Luke showed no systematic thought about the significance of Jesus' death. Doble focuses on the unique features of Luke's death scene and extends the results into the account of Jesus' final days; he demonstrates how specific words and patterns from Wisdom shape and fill the evangelist's retelling. Luke want... more »ed his readers to understand that what had happened to Jesus was not a humiliating rejection but in accord with scripture's presentation of God's plan for salvation.« less