It takes the average reader 6 hours and 37 minutes to read The topos of Divine Testimony in Luke-Acts by James R. McConnell Jr.
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In this study James McConnell addresses the concept of authoritative testimony in Luke-Acts. Specifically, he argues that particular elements in the narrative of Luke-Acts can be understood as instances of the topos of divine testimony through utterances and deeds, considered in some ancient rhetorical handbooks to be the most authoritative form of testimony when seeking to persuade an audience. McConnell claims the gods' testimony was used in ancient law courts and political speeches to persuade a judge of a defendant's guilt or innocence, and in attempts in public forums to convince others of a particular course of action. Similarly, the topos is used in ancient narratives and biographies to legitimate certain characters and discredit others. The instances of the topos of God's speech (both oral and through OT citations) and deeds in Luke-Acts are functioning in the same way.
The topos of Divine Testimony in Luke-Acts by James R. McConnell Jr. is 387 pages long, and a total of 99,459 words.
This makes it 131% the length of the average book. It also has 122% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 3 minutes to read The topos of Divine Testimony in Luke-Acts aloud.
The topos of Divine Testimony in Luke-Acts is suitable for students ages 12 and up.
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