"Paul's letter to the Galatians is one of the most creative and subversive of the New Testament writings, drawing its energy from the fierce controversy which, to his great distress, was disturbing the congregation recently founded by Paul. One of the major sources of inspiratio…
John Riches demonstrates the crucial role that Galatians has played in the development of very diverse forms of Christian spirituality and considers the influence of Galatians on a wide range of theological figures, including Chrysostom, Augustine, Luther and Barth.
This commentary on Paul's highly autobiographical letter to the Galations traces the history of the book's reception through the ages. Explores the influence and history of this important New Testament book. Demonstrates the crucial role that Galatians has played in the developm…