Philippians 2:6-11: Pre-existence or Second Adam Christology?

Zusatztext

At least two major Christologies have been found in Phil 2:6-11, which is otherwise known as the Philippians hymn. One group of biblical scholars argues for a Christology of a pre-existent, divine being who had full equality with God from eternity. This is often referred to as pre-existence Christology. A second group of biblical scholars argues that in Phil 2:6-11 Paul was not describing a pre-existent, divine being but rather the earthly Jesus of Nazareth. These scholars generally interpret the pericope as exhibiting a Second Adam Christology. Whether or not Paul intended for Phil 2:6-11 to have an ethical purpose or a soteriological purpose and a pre-existence Christology or a Second Adam Christology depends to a large extent on the interpretation of a small number of Greek words contained in the text. Because these words can have a wide range of meanings, the various interpretations of the Philippians hymn are strongly debated. This book compares the interpretations of three modern scholars and one ancient scholar.

Autorenportrait

Mr. Capes is a 2012 graduate of the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota, with the degree of Master of Arts in Theology. His other academic achievements include a B.A. from Boston University (Biology), M.S. from Cornell University (Biochemistry) and a J.D. from the University of Minnesota.

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