Mohr Siebeck Who was 'James'?: Essays on the Letter's Authorship - Mohr Siebeck

Explore the complex scholarly debate surrounding the authorship and origins of the Letter of James in this academic volume. Part of the Wissenschaftliche Untersuchungen zum Neuen Testament series, this work moves past standard historical questions to offer a deeper look at the text's identity. By combining studies on style, rhetoric, and literary criticism, the essays provide a multifaceted view of the letter's literary profile. The research integrates observations on historical and implicit authorship with insights into genre criticism and religious profiles. Readers will gain a better understanding of the communicative structures and literary patterns that define this important New Testament text. This collection is designed for scholars and students looking for new perspectives on the literary concept and provenance of the Letter of James.