Honor among Christians The cultural key to the Messianic secret
David F. Watson
- U.S.A Fortress Press 2010
- 229tr. Paperback 15x22.5cm
Mark's portrayal of Jesus simultaneously shows his ability to provide favors and benefits to others and his refusal to put himself forward or draw attention to himself as a benefactor, thereby teaching that in God's kingdom it is not the great and powerful who are most highly regarded, but the humble. Mark's depiction of Jesus is part of a larger effort to promote a radically different understanding of honor within the family of faith.