a new approach to the theology and ethics of Paul's cultic metaphors Gupta, Nijay K. creator text bibliography Electronic books. Criticism, interpretation, etc. gw Berlin New York De Gruyter ©2010 2010 monographic eng 1 online resource (x, 263 pages) : illustrations. "This book explores the apostle Paul's temple, priesthood, sacrificial, and worship language with a special interest in how metaphors are powerful vehicles for theological transformation. The methodology of this study combines perspectives from cognitive linguistics, the social-sciences, and rhetorical criticism. In the final synthesis, it is discovered that common factors among Paul's cultic metaphors include an interest in devotion to God, the significance of the body, and the potential for the reshaping of the mind and perception"--Page 4 of cover. The theology of Paul's cultic metaphors : a history of research -- Methodology and terminology -- 1 Thessalonians and 1 Corinthians -- 2 Corinthians -- Romans -- Philippians -- New life and service to God -- From body of death to temple of life -- Transformed perception -- Metaphor, cult, and identity : exploring coherence -- Conclusion and final reflections. Nijay K. Gupta. Includes bibliographical references (pages 225-254) and indexes. Criticism, interpretation, etc Paulus <Apostel> Worship Biblical teaching Metaphor in the Bible Metaphor in the Bible Worship Biblical teaching Metapher RELIGION / Biblical Studies / New Testament RELIGION / Biblical Studies / Paul's Letters BS2650.52 .G87 2010eb 227/.066 9783110228908 3110228904 2010021489 272313 MIL http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=756329 http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=756329 CDX 100524 20200709060120.0 ocn664680989 eng