Upcoming Issue

The Apostle Paul and his World

When someone mentions Christianity, the first person they usually think of is Jesus. But who usually is thought of next?-the answer is most often the charismatic and enigmatic Paul of Tarsus, the great theologian and traveler, who zealously spread the news of the Christian faith from one side of the Mediterranean to the other, perhaps even as far as Spain. Some say he best articulated Christian theology, others say he created his own form of Christianity, a Gentile version separate from its Jewish origins and the circle of James the Righteous. Often called the thirteenth apostle, the Apostle Paul spreads controversy wherever he goes-even in his own time, where he persecuted Christians at first and then, suddenly, wholeheartedly embraced their views after an epiphany on the road to Damascus. Yet, he was still not trusted and was always a source of debate-even now. And what of his remarkable journey across the Roman world? Is there evidence to concur with his extensive trips mentioned the Acts of the Apostles and his letters? Is there archaeological proof that Paul the Apostle went to Ephesus or Corinth or was shipwrecked on Malta. More and more, many are saying it is possible-especially in regards to his shipwreck on Malta. This spring, Sacred History Magazine will go to Malta and investigate this exciting possibility and will discuss all sides of this discovery and what it may mean for the history of Paul within his Roman context. You do not want to miss this issue!!!