Saul of Tarsus. Biography of the Apostle Paul

In the history of the early church, it is hard to find a figure comparable in significance to the Apostle Paul. And although more is known about him than many other ancient authors, debates about his personality and theology continue... to this day. Relying on modern scientific research, Eduard Loze constructs an objective and detailed biography of the apostle: his family and youth, transformation from a persecutor of Christians into the 'apostle of the Gentiles', numerous missionary journeys, arrest, and acceptance of martyrdom in Rome. As a major specialist in the New Testament, the author presents Paul’s theology with deep understanding and shows its influence on subsequent Christianity. The image of the apostle is recreated against a broad historical background, so the reader will gain a vivid understanding not only of Paul’s life and activities but also of the world of the first Christians as a whole.