Paul is ever dreaming of marvellous Abraham. He is a paradigmatic human, a universal figure.
When Paul talks about Abraham there is much talk about circumcision. I grew up in churches hearing sermons persuading me not to be circumcised, because it would mean I was trying to earn my salvation. This was an idea that had not entered my mind until they warn…
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