The Partings of the Ways

Focusing on the emergence of Christian distinctiveness in the first century, the book delves into the separation of Christianity and Judaism. It surveys historical approaches to these questions, highlighting the four pillars of Judaism: monotheism, election and land, Torah, and Temple. Key issues examined include Jesus' relationship with the temple, the Stephen affair, and his teachings on God and the law. The theme of divine unity and the resulting controversies culminate in a discussion on the parting of the ways, presented with clarity and depth.