This book advances the interpretation of 1 Corinthians by exploring the ways the apostle Paul quoted or “echoed” Jewish scriptures more indirectly in his letter, by metonymy or allusion. Criteria and methods for identifying echoes are brought to the fore, as are questions of the texture of Paul’s theology and his understanding of scripture. Important topics in 1 Corinthians addressed here include Paul’s use of the Law, monotheism, Christology, wisdom and mystery language, punishment of the incestuous man, baptism for the dead, eschatology, and resurrection.

Contributions by: Linda L. Belleville, David A. Burnett, Roy E. Ciampa, Kathy Barrett Dawson, Benjamin L. Gladd, Craig S. Keener, B. J. Oropeza, Brian S. Rosner, J. David Stark, Erik Waaler, Guy Prentiss Waters
Afterword by: Christopher D. Stanley