Download or read book Conflict and Community in Corinth written by Ben Witherington and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 1995-01-24 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unprecedented commentary applies an exegetical method informed by both sociological insight and rhetorical analysis to the study of 1 and 2 Corinthians. In addition to using traditional exegetical and historical methods, this unique study also analyzes the two letters of Paul in terms of Greco-Roman rhetoric and ancient social conditions and customs to shed fresh light on the context and content of Paul's message. Includes 21 black-and-white photos and illustrations.