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The Hope of Glory: Honor Discourse and New Testament Interpretation
DeSilva, David A.
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First published December 31, 1999
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David A. deSilva
88 books71 followersDavid A. deSilva (PhD, Emory University) is Trustees’ Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Greek at Ashland Theological Seminary in Ashland, Ohio. His numerous books include Introducing the Apocrypha and An Introduction to the New Testament: Contexts, Methods, and Ministry Formation.
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February 15, 2014
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In the first century there was a lot of Honor/Shame language going on. Honor was brought on by the individual, but it was very much for the family/community/church.
If a baseball player is caught taking steroids, what is done to him? He’s usually suspended from the game until further notice with repeat offenses resulting in expulsion fro the group. Why? Because he’s not playing the game according to the rules that all teams agree upon. In doing so, he is not participating on the same level as the rest of his team consequently giving them a bad name.
DeSilva goes looks at honor/shame language in the books of Matthew, John, Corinthians, Thessalonians, Hebrews and Revelation.
One nugget to read is from Matthew (18:15-20) saying that there will come a point after the initial confrontation with an uncooperative brother, where, if he remains uncooperative, he will have to be let go from the church community: “And if he refuses to hear them, tell it to the church. But if he refuses even to hear the church, let him be to you like a heathen and a tax collector” (Mt. 18:17).
This comes between the parables of the lost sheep (18:10-14) and of the unforgiving servant (18:21-35). The heavens rejoice when one who has strayed is found and brought to repentance, and we are to be ready to forgive. But in the midst of that, we do need to confront open sin in love in effort to turn a sinner from the error of his way, to save a soul from death, and to cover a multitude of sins (Jam. 5:20).
If this person really desires to follow God, the ‘Patron’ who has shown him unmerited grace, then he should repent. However, if he doesn't, then he is not cooperating with the community and the One who makes the standards (Jesus Himself), and is to be let go in hopes and prayers that he will repent, turn from his sin, and return to the believing community.
**Recommended?
Indeed. There’s not much more I can say about this book, except that it wasn’t a quick read (but still worth it). If you’ve read the rest of my review, and you still aren’t interested in the book, then I would advise you to look up some articles by deSilva and see if they pique your interest.
This approach to studying the Bible is not viewed as the best way. It’s simply another way to enhance our investigation of the Bible’s many layers of meaning and application. It’s a good way to remember that we serve the One who gave everything to gain us. Our actions, thoughts, and desires matter in our every day life. Do I live out what I say I believe? Do I act as if I am the great Storyteller? Or do I realize my place under Him, and live to honor Him and His bride?
[Special thanks to James Stock at Wipf & Stock for sending me this book for review! I was not obligated to provide a positive review in exchange for this book.]
spoiledmilks.wordpress.com/2014/02/05...
In the first century there was a lot of Honor/Shame language going on. Honor was brought on by the individual, but it was very much for the family/community/church.
If a baseball player is caught taking steroids, what is done to him? He’s usually suspended from the game until further notice with repeat offenses resulting in expulsion fro the group. Why? Because he’s not playing the game according to the rules that all teams agree upon. In doing so, he is not participating on the same level as the rest of his team consequently giving them a bad name.
DeSilva goes looks at honor/shame language in the books of Matthew, John, Corinthians, Thessalonians, Hebrews and Revelation.
One nugget to read is from Matthew (18:15-20) saying that there will come a point after the initial confrontation with an uncooperative brother, where, if he remains uncooperative, he will have to be let go from the church community: “And if he refuses to hear them, tell it to the church. But if he refuses even to hear the church, let him be to you like a heathen and a tax collector” (Mt. 18:17).
This comes between the parables of the lost sheep (18:10-14) and of the unforgiving servant (18:21-35). The heavens rejoice when one who has strayed is found and brought to repentance, and we are to be ready to forgive. But in the midst of that, we do need to confront open sin in love in effort to turn a sinner from the error of his way, to save a soul from death, and to cover a multitude of sins (Jam. 5:20).
If this person really desires to follow God, the ‘Patron’ who has shown him unmerited grace, then he should repent. However, if he doesn't, then he is not cooperating with the community and the One who makes the standards (Jesus Himself), and is to be let go in hopes and prayers that he will repent, turn from his sin, and return to the believing community.
**Recommended?
Indeed. There’s not much more I can say about this book, except that it wasn’t a quick read (but still worth it). If you’ve read the rest of my review, and you still aren’t interested in the book, then I would advise you to look up some articles by deSilva and see if they pique your interest.
This approach to studying the Bible is not viewed as the best way. It’s simply another way to enhance our investigation of the Bible’s many layers of meaning and application. It’s a good way to remember that we serve the One who gave everything to gain us. Our actions, thoughts, and desires matter in our every day life. Do I live out what I say I believe? Do I act as if I am the great Storyteller? Or do I realize my place under Him, and live to honor Him and His bride?
[Special thanks to James Stock at Wipf & Stock for sending me this book for review! I was not obligated to provide a positive review in exchange for this book.]
February 14, 2009
This is a nerdy religion book that does an amazing job of talking about how the new testament world thrived on honor. The writers of the New Testament used the desire for honor to further their arguments.
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