Wisdom and Spiritual Transcendence at Corinth

The book delves into the major sections of 1 Corinthians, focusing on Paul's conflicts with individuals asserting special spiritual status. It explores the deep-seated disagreements regarding wisdom, knowledge, and spirituality, highlighting Paul's intentions within his communities. Horsley shifts the discussion from a historical religious perspective to the Hellenistic Jewish context, drawing on the works of the Wisdom of Solomon and Philo of Alexandria to enrich the analysis.