This book examines the apostle Paul's messages concerning p?e? a's (spirit) primary function in the acquisition of virtues and avoidance of vices.
To Live in the Spirit: Paul and the Spirit of God brings to light a fresh understanding of the Greek concept p?e? a (spirit) in Paul's ethical teaching. Placing Paul and his mixed audience within the Hellenistic Jewish and Greek (philosophical) traditions of the ancient world, this book examines his new message concerning p?e? a's primary function in the acquisition of virtues and avoidance of vices. Looking in detail at the various ways in which Paul views p?e? a in his seven undisputed letters, Naveros C