The Puzzle of John 21:15-17: A Formality Solution

The alternation of the words for “love” in John 21:15-17 is a long-standing puzzle that has defied solution. It is suggested in this note that ἀγαπῶ and φιλῶ carry a slight difference of “formality” as a result of their history and that this can account for the interplay.

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Main Author: Lee, John A. L. 1942- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Brill 2017
In: Novum Testamentum
Year: 2017, Volume: 59, Issue: 1, Pages: 27-30
IxTheo Classification:HC New Testament
Further subjects:B NT John 21:15-17 ἀγαπῶ and φιλῶ formality
B Bible. Johannesevangelium 21,15-17
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Summary:The alternation of the words for “love” in John 21:15-17 is a long-standing puzzle that has defied solution. It is suggested in this note that ἀγαπῶ and φιλῶ carry a slight difference of “formality” as a result of their history and that this can account for the interplay.
ISSN:1568-5365
Contains:In: Novum Testamentum
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1163/15685365-12341549