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Joseph H. Hellerman

Philippians 2:6 – "Morphe Theou" as a Signifier of Social Status

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  • Joseph H. Hellerman

This article's thesis is that Paul's use of the expression "en morphe theou" in Philippians 2:6 is a status marker without any reference to Jesus' ontological status.

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Challenging the Authority of Jesus: Mark 11:27–33 and Mediterranean Notions of Honour and Shame

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  • Joseph H. Hellerman

How important is a good understanding of the cultural world of the early Christians? This article wants to examine carefully Jesus' encounter with some of his adversaries narrated in Mark 11:27-33. The author highlights the way that the values of honour and shame functioned in Mediterranean culture, and illumines the text at crucial points.

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Weeping and praying do well together; tears put life into prayers...and prayers help to wipe away tears. Matthew Henry
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