The Mystery of Romans: The Jewish Context of Paul's Letter

Paul's letter to the Romans, says Nanos, is an example of Jewish correspondence, addressing believers in Jesus who are steeped in Jewish wayswhether of Jewish or gentile origin. Arguing against those who think Paul was an apostate from Judaism, Nanos maintains Paul's continuity with his Jewish heritage. Several key arguments here are:

Those addressed in Paul's letter were still an integral part of the Roman synagogue communities.

The "weak" are non-Christian Jews, while the "strong" included ...