No Salvation without the Other: Peace and Eschatological Patience in Romans
No Salvation without the Other: Peace and Eschatological Patience in Romans
Author(s): Susan EastmanSubject(s): Ethics / Practical Philosophy, Biblical studies, Systematic Theology, History of Religion
Published by: Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II
Keywords: solidarity; exchange; interdependent redemption; prayer; patience; countercultural gift;
Summary/Abstract: The world is in urgent need of prayers for peace and reconciliation. This essay explores one way in which Paul’s gospel addresses that need, through a pattern of solidarity and exchange between Christ and all humanity in Rom 1–8, and between Israel and the gentiles in Rom 9–11. Following Paul’s lead in Rom 8 and 12, the paper frames the interdependent redemption of Israel and the gentiles in Rom 9–11 with Paul’s hope and prayer for what is not yet seen, in Rom 8:18–25, and his practical instructions for countercultural generosity toward strangers and enemies, in Rom 12:14–21. By tracing the pattern of solidarity and exchange between Christ and all humanity, and specifically between Christ and Israel, in Rom 1–8, the paper also highlights connections between Rom 1–8 and 9–11.
Journal: The Biblical Annals
- Issue Year: 16/2026
- Issue No: 73/3
- Page Range: 537-550
- Page Count: 14
- Language: English
