The Use of πιστεύω in the Gospel of John: Some Considerations on Meaning and Issues of Consistency and Ambiguity
John uses the verb πιστεύω (to believe) more often than do the Synoptic Gospels. The action of believing is important and central to John. There are references to people who are said to believe in Jesus and follow him. However, there are others who also believe but then turn away from Jesus. John us...
Main Author: | Tony Costa |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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South African Theological Seminary
2021-10-01
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Series: | Conspectus |
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Online Access: | https://sats.ac.za/conspectus/gospel-of-john-consistency-ambiguity/ |
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