Ancient Culture and New Testament

Why was the New Testament written in Greek? How did these texts reach us? How were they read at that time? What did a god mean in antiquity when there were tens of thousands of gods? Did the contemporaries of Jesus and the first readers of the New Testament already believe in an afterlife? What were the trade routes like, what fishing boats existed, and how did Peter live? Were miracles part of everyday life in antiquity? How did Christianity differ from the religions of antiquity, allowing it to ultimately prevail over all others? These are just some of the areas explored. Through questions and answers regarding the religious and cultural context of the New Testament, its transmission history, and traces in archaeology and literature, the reader will gain a completely new perspective on the biblical text. His respect for the b.