Romans - New Testament Survey Flashcards

Flashcards based on New Testament Survey lecture notes focusing on the book of Romans.

When was Romans likely written?

57/58 AD

From where was Romans likely written?

Corinth

Who authored Romans?

Paul via Tertius

Who was the audience of Romans?

The church in Rome, a diverse population within the Roman Empire.

What event led to the expulsion of Jews from Rome in 49 CE?

The Edict of Claudius, possibly related to disturbances concerning 'Chrestus'.

When did Jews return to Rome after being expelled?

Under Nero in 54 CE.

According to Ambrosiaster, what was unique about the faith of the early Roman Christians?

They accepted faith in Christ without seeing signs, miracles, or any of the apostles, initially following a Jewish rite.

How did the ethnic composition of the church in Rome change over time?

It began as primarily Jewish, became Gentile after 49 CE, and by 54 CE was a mixed group of Jews and Gentiles.

What are some specific background issues addressed in Romans related to the audience?

Ethnic diversity and Roman religion.

What does 'reasonable religion' refer to in Romans?

Romans 12:1-2, likely addressing how faith should be expressed in daily life.

What is a major theme in Romans, particularly in chapters 1?

General Revelation.

What is a major theme from Romans chapters 2-4?

Justification by Faith

What example does Paul use to demonstrate justification by faith in Romans 4?

Abraham.

What is another major theme of Romans written in chapter 5-7

Sanctification

What is the fourth major theme written in chapter 8

Glorification

is a major theme in which chapters of Romans?

Election (Has God’s world failed? Did God reject his people? Orthodoxy to Orthopraxy)

In what chapter of Romans does Paul discuss Politics?

Chapter 13

What does 'Adiaphora' refer to in the context of Romans 14-15?

Matters of indifference, such as food and drink.