Feasting and Social Rhetoric in Luke 14

Explore the intricate dynamics of feasting and social rhetoric in Willi Braun's insightful work, Feasting and Social Rhetoric in Luke 14. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2005, this compelling study spans 236 pages and delves into the Pharisaic dinner episode found in the Gospel of Luke. Braun meticulously examines how the gospel writers shaped inherited Jesus traditions to serve the ideological and social needs of early Christian communities. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in biblical criticism, interpretation, and the social contexts of the New Testament. Gain a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of dining in biblical narratives and how they influenced the formation of Christian identity. Ideal for scholars, students, and anyone passionate about biblical studies, Braun's work offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in the New Testament.