In:
New Testament Studies, Cambridge University Press (CUP), Vol. 45, No. 3 ( 1999-07), p. 413-433
Abstract:
Phil 2.6b should not be understood in the manner of an idiom but in a clearly negative way
(‘booty’). The central key to Phil 2.6b is offered by biblical, Jewish and Hellenistic traditions about a usurpation of equality with God by kings and rulers (cf. Isa 14.12–15;
hubris of god-like kings like Alexander, who ‘robbed’ their position). The self-humiliating Christ (who did not claim equality with God) is conceived as an antitype to the
self-elevating rulers of the world; his Lordship is not based on usurpation. Phil 2.6–11 is keenly aware of the Jewish notion of the One and Only God (cf. John 5.18); the mantle of
God's Oneness also embraces Christ as the Lord.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0028-6885
,
1469-8145
DOI:
10.1017/S0028688598004135
Language:
English
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date:
1999
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