A New Identity of Obligation: Metaphors and Paul's Ethical Argument in Romans 6:1-14
Andrés D Vera
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A New Identity of Obligation: Metaphors and Paul's Ethical Argument in Romans 6:1-14

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In Romans 6:1-14, Paul corrects an erroneous ethical conclusion drawn from the narrative of God's grace in Romans 3-5. This innovative study employs tools from cognitive linguistics to unveil Paul's sophisticated rhetorical strategy for resolving the "indicative-imperative" tension. By moving beyond traditional theological frameworks, the book shows how Paul presents believers' new identity as defined by a new obligation, illuminating the metaphorical narrative that undergirds Paul's logic. Readers will better understand the importance of conceptual spaces like "in sin" and "in Christ," and ho...