In chapter 2, Paul seems to make similar points to those made in the Book of Galatians. Here, he discusses that if people believe that they should follow the law, then they should follow the entire thing. Otherwise, it comes off as hypocritical and "God is blasphemed".
A key question is what "law" is Paul talking about? The Mosaic law, the things that Christ emphasized, or something else?
I think he is talking about the Mosaic law in its entirety. He distinguishes between Jews and Gentiles, which seem to indicate he expects a Jewish audience. He also uses analogies with the discussing circumcision, which would have been something the Jewish audience would have cared more about.
No comments:
Post a Comment