Paul the Convert

"Segal’s new book challenges Jewish and Christian scholars alike to take a fresh look at this well-educated man."—The Washington Post Book World

"Segal has written a blockbuster of a book about Paul that blazes a new trail. It not only gives new insights into Paul and his thought, but it establishes the writings of Paul as significant primary source material for the study of first-century Judaism.."—Hayim Goren Perelmuter, New Theology Review

"A brilliantly argued book. . . . Paul is neither hero nor villain for Segal but a fascinating historical and religious character, from whom we can learn much about both Judaism and Christianity. . . . I found myself thoroughly sympathetic to Segal’s portrayal of Paul. More than that, I found myself convinced."—J. Christian Wilson, The Christian Century

"Paul the Convert is a stunning achievement. Segal brilliantly weaves together Jewish studies, New Testament scholarship, and contemporary social scientific theories of conversion into a richly textured and provocative book."—Lewis R. Rambo, Professor of Psychology and Religion, San Francisco Theological Seminary

 

"This is by far the best book about Paul I have ever read: it revolutionizes Pauline studies. . . . Segal has made Paul, and early Christianity, more understandable and therefore deserves the heartfelt thanks of all believers and unbelievers."—Giles Quispel, Vigiliae Christianae