School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses


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Date of Award

11-22-2004

Document Type

Graduate Paper

Degree Name

Master of Arts in Theology

Department

School of Theology and Seminary

First Advisor

Helen Rolfson OSF

Subject Categories

Christianity | History of Christianity | Religion

Abstract

Using an homiletic tone that mirrors the oral tradition of the Desert Sayings, this project provides an introduction to the apophthegmata for the contemporary reader. It surveys their historical background, suggests a disposition for interaction with the tradition, proposes a Law-Gospel orientation, and illustrates ten common motifs evident in the Sayings.

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