I John in the light of the debate on orthodoxy and heresy in earliest Christianity | Posted on:1996-09-29 | Degree:M.A | Type:Thesis | University:Memorial University of Newfoundland (Canada) | Candidate:Gregory, Krista Patricia | Full Text:PDF | GTID:2465390014988233 | Subject:religion | Abstract/Summary: | | This thesis examines I John in the light of the debate on orthodoxy and heresy in early Christianity. I argue that the theory of H. E. W. Turner, with its fixed and flexible elements, is the most accurate explanation of the example of early Christianity that we see in I John. In my attempt to prove the validity of Turner's thesis I look at the classical view and Walter Bauer's theory of the development of early Christianity, examining the inaccuracies contained in both of these views when compared to Turner's theory. A study of the Johannine community of I John and the polemic contained within provides a valuable opportunity to look into an early Christian group. The debate that takes place in I John mirrors the growth of the faith at this early period. An application of Turner's thesis to I John will further demonstrate the value of Turner's theory in helping readers to a greater understanding of the complexity of early Christianity. | Keywords/Search Tags: | Christianity, John, Debate, Theory, Turner's | | Related items |
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