Greek Rhetorical Origins of Christian Faith: An Inquiry
Howard Clark Kee|James L. Kinneavy
What is the origin of Christian faith? Are roots concept same in both Old and New Testaments? With support semantic, historical, analytical evidence, Kinneavy develops a controversial persuasive hypothesis that can be traced Greek classical rhetoric. The author examines notions formulated by eight major Jewish theologians, presents meticulous case for historical influence rhetoric on Hebraic thought, concludes with novel rhetorical study several hundred occurrences terms faith to believe, emerging overwhelming faith.
The American Historical Review