Paul and Gnosis

This collection of essays--the ninth volume in Brill’s Pauline Studies series--features Paul and his relationship to knowledge. Gnosis, the Greek word generally translated as ＂knowledge,＂ is broadly interpreted, and the essays contained in this volume revolve around both a more general notion of knowledge in relation to Paul and more specific references to Gnosticism. Several of these essays discuss Paul’s use of ＂knowledge＂ words, Paul’s knowledge and understanding of key themes and ideas in his writings, Paul’s interpreters in light of gnostics like Valentinus and Marcion, and Gnosticism in light of Paul’s letters. This collection of essays exposes the reader to crucial topics regarding Paul and Gnosis that are not readily addressed elsewhere.

Stanley E. Porter, PhD (1988), University of Sheffield, is President, Dean, and Professor of New Testament at McMaster Divinity College in Hamilton, ON, Canada. He has authored nearly thirty books and written hundreds of articles and chapters in New Testament studies.



David I. Yoon, PhD (cand.), McMaster Divinity College, is Lecturer in Greek at McMaster Divinity College in Hamilton, ON, Canada. He has published a number of academic articles and essays in New Testament studies.