Abstract
This essay isolates one Markan hapax legomenon, κωμόπολις, and explores its potential contribution to larger questions. "When the scribal textual tradition is examined the traditions associated with the west appear ignorant ofthe word. Its use inJosephus and earlier ancient literature not only clarifies its meaning, but also reinforces its use in the east. The Byzantine use ofthe term is an appropriation from earlier days. The meaning ofthe word arising from the survey not only illuminates Mark 1:38, but, being eastern, it provides evidence relevant to the question of
the Gospel's provenance.
the Gospel's provenance.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The impact of Jesus of Nazareth |
Subtitle of host publication | Historical, theological and pastoral perspectives |
Editors | Peter G. Bolt, James R. Harrison |
Place of Publication | Macquarie Park, NSW |
Publisher | SCD Press |
Chapter | 9 |
Pages | 233–264 |
Number of pages | 32 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781925730142 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781925730135 |
Publication status | Published - 2020 |
Publication series
Name | Historical and Theological Studies |
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Volume | 1 |