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Paul's Disciples - Pseudepigraphic Letters to Colossians and Ephesians

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Overview

Explore the concept of ancient pseudepigraphy and its relevance to the Letters to the Colossians and Ephesians in this 50-minute lecture from Yale University's Introduction to New Testament course. Delve into the historical context and authorship of these letters, examining their content, purpose, and theological differences from authentic Pauline writings. Analyze the unique characteristics of Colossians, including its assurances of salvation and stance on religious observances, and contrast it with Ephesians' more ethical and moral focus. Investigate the realized eschatology and high Christology present in both letters, and understand how these elements distinguish them from traditional Pauline theology. Gain insights into the development of early Christian thought and the complexities of biblical authorship through this comprehensive examination of two significant New Testament texts.

Syllabus

- Chapter 1. Ancient Pseudepigraphy
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- Chapter 2. The Pseudepigraphic Letters to the Colossians and Ephesians
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- Chapter 3. The Occasion of the Writing of Colossians
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- Chapter 4. The Letter to the Ephesians as Treatise
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- Chapter 5. Major Differences between Colossians and Ephesians and Pauline Christianity
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