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This paper engages fresh research linked to “eusebeia” in three sections: (1) the use of “eusebeia” in the inscriptions of Ephesus, (2) a brief review of the ten texts in which the term appears in the letters to Timothy and Titus, and (3) a summary of findings for biblical reading and interpretation.
This paper explores the honorific title 'Savior' in ancient coins and inscriptions linked to Ephesus. Seeing how the term appeared in the context aids us in reading passages in 1 Timothy that employ this term.
This paper explores wealth and worship in ancient Ephesus with input from Ephesiaca by Xenophon of Ephesus. It offers fresh insights on the role of the wealthy for biblical reading and interpretation.
Many scholarly readings of 1 Timothy 2:9-15 conflict with other biblical texts and oppress women. This paper offers a fresh interpretation with help from an unlikely source, Artemis.
Texts like 1 Timothy or Titus instruct Christians on how to engage with society. As persecution grew, how should Christians respond? This paper offers insights from the Apostolic Fathers.
This paper explores the economy of Ephesus in contrast to the economy of God with help from fresh evidence.
Are slaves or masters the benefactors in 1 Timothy 6:1–2a? With help from Ephesiaca by Xenophon of Ephesus, this paper offers a fresh reading.
This paper revisits the instructions on decorum and deeds in 1 Timothy 2:9–10. A scantily referenced source, Ephesiaca, helps bring social realities into view.
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