The Sodom Tradition in Romans 1:18–32

Many commentators have made suggestions as to the major allusion in Romans 1:18–32, with recent examples including Adam in Genesis 1–2 and decline of civilization narratives. This article proposes instead that the dominant tradition underlying this passage of the letter is that of Sodom. Yet rather...

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Main Author: Esler, Philip Francis 1952- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage 2004
In: Biblical theology bulletin
Year: 2004, Volume: 34, Issue: 1, Pages: 4-16
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