The parable of the great supper (Q 14:16-21, 23) and the redaction of Q
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Sayings Gospel Q , Kloppenborg , Redaction , Stratification , Stratigraphy , Parable of the Great Supper , Parable of the Leaven
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/93775 , uj:20388 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. The parable of the great supper (Q 14:16-21, 23) and the redaction of Q.
- Description: Abstract: In The Formation of Q, Kloppenborg identifies three redactional layers in the Sayings Gospel Q: the “formative stratum” (or Q¹), the “main redaction” (or Q²), and the “final recension” (or Q³). He ascribes Q 14:16-24 to the main redaction. As an alternative, it will presently be argued that this passage appeared in the formative stratum before it was incorporated into the main redaction.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Sayings Gospel Q , Kloppenborg , Redaction , Stratification , Stratigraphy , Parable of the Great Supper , Parable of the Leaven
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/93775 , uj:20388 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. The parable of the great supper (Q 14:16-21, 23) and the redaction of Q.
- Description: Abstract: In The Formation of Q, Kloppenborg identifies three redactional layers in the Sayings Gospel Q: the “formative stratum” (or Q¹), the “main redaction” (or Q²), and the “final recension” (or Q³). He ascribes Q 14:16-24 to the main redaction. As an alternative, it will presently be argued that this passage appeared in the formative stratum before it was incorporated into the main redaction.
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“Make an effort to get loose” : reconsidering the redaction of Q 12:58-59
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Redaction , Q , Socio-historical setting
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/256092 , uj:26877 , Citation: Howes, L. 2017. “Make an effort to get loose” : reconsidering the redaction of Q 12:58-59. Pharos Journal of Theology ISSN 2414-3324 online Volume 98 - (2017) Copyright: ©2017 Open Access- Online @ http//: www.pharosjot.com , ISSN: 2414-3324
- Description: Abstract: This article reflects on Kloppenborg’s significant theory of the stratification of the Sayings Gospel Q. In The Formation of Q, Kloppenborg identifies three redactional layers in the Sayings Gospel Q: the “formative stratum” (or Q¹), the “main redaction” (or Q²), and the “final recension” (or Q³). He ascribes the saying about avoiding the courts in Q 12:58-59 (Matt 5:25-26 // Luke 12:58-59) to the main redaction. As an alternative, it is argued here that this logion belongs to the formative stratum. As part of arguing the latter case, the realistic socio-historical context of the logion in first-century Palestine will be considered with new and unprecedented interest.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Redaction , Q , Socio-historical setting
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/256092 , uj:26877 , Citation: Howes, L. 2017. “Make an effort to get loose” : reconsidering the redaction of Q 12:58-59. Pharos Journal of Theology ISSN 2414-3324 online Volume 98 - (2017) Copyright: ©2017 Open Access- Online @ http//: www.pharosjot.com , ISSN: 2414-3324
- Description: Abstract: This article reflects on Kloppenborg’s significant theory of the stratification of the Sayings Gospel Q. In The Formation of Q, Kloppenborg identifies three redactional layers in the Sayings Gospel Q: the “formative stratum” (or Q¹), the “main redaction” (or Q²), and the “final recension” (or Q³). He ascribes the saying about avoiding the courts in Q 12:58-59 (Matt 5:25-26 // Luke 12:58-59) to the main redaction. As an alternative, it is argued here that this logion belongs to the formative stratum. As part of arguing the latter case, the realistic socio-historical context of the logion in first-century Palestine will be considered with new and unprecedented interest.
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“Your father knows that you need all of this” : divine fatherhood as socio‐ethical impetus in q’s formative stratum
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/225454 , uj:22770 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. “Your father knows that you need all of this” : divine fatherhood as socio‐ethical impetus in q’s formative stratum.
- Description: Abstract: The observation that the Q people understood themselves as a new symbolic family, with God as Father, is certainly not new in Q studies. Likewise, it is not uncommon for an interpreter to mention during her analysis of an individual Q text that the instruction in question is motivated by imitatio Dei rhetoric. However, the pervasiveness of this link between Q’s theology of divine fatherhood and its socio‐ethical programme has not received enough attention in Q scholarship. In an attempt to redress this deficiency, the current article argues that the idea of divine fatherhood is the primary paradigm that informs, determines and motivates the alternative socio‐ethical programme of Q’s formative stratum. More than being just an interesting observation in relation to some Q texts, divine fatherhood and imitatio Dei rhetoric are central to the radical socio‐ethical programme of Q’s formative stratum. After an overview of Q’s selfperception as God’s symbolic family, the article will turn to the analysis of specific texts in Q’s formative stratum, first considering the theme of divine fatherhood, and then considering its socio‐ethical relevance.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/225454 , uj:22770 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. “Your father knows that you need all of this” : divine fatherhood as socio‐ethical impetus in q’s formative stratum.
- Description: Abstract: The observation that the Q people understood themselves as a new symbolic family, with God as Father, is certainly not new in Q studies. Likewise, it is not uncommon for an interpreter to mention during her analysis of an individual Q text that the instruction in question is motivated by imitatio Dei rhetoric. However, the pervasiveness of this link between Q’s theology of divine fatherhood and its socio‐ethical programme has not received enough attention in Q scholarship. In an attempt to redress this deficiency, the current article argues that the idea of divine fatherhood is the primary paradigm that informs, determines and motivates the alternative socio‐ethical programme of Q’s formative stratum. More than being just an interesting observation in relation to some Q texts, divine fatherhood and imitatio Dei rhetoric are central to the radical socio‐ethical programme of Q’s formative stratum. After an overview of Q’s selfperception as God’s symbolic family, the article will turn to the analysis of specific texts in Q’s formative stratum, first considering the theme of divine fatherhood, and then considering its socio‐ethical relevance.
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‘Reaping where you did not sow’ : the parable of the entrusted money (Q 19:12-13, 15-24, 26) and the redaction of Q
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Bible. Gospels - Criticism, interpretation, etc. , Bible. Parables , Q hypothesis (Synoptics criticism)
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/217328 , uj:21626 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. ‘Reaping where you did not sow’ : the parable of the entrusted money (Q 19:12-13, 15-24, 26) and the redaction of Q.
- Description: Abstract: In The Formation of Q, Kloppenborg identifies three redactional layers in the Sayings Gospel Q: the ‘formative stratum’ (or Q¹), the ‘main redaction’ (or Q²), and the ‘final recension’ (or Q³). He ascribes the parable of the Entrusted Money in Q 19:12-13, 15-24, 26 to the main redaction. As an alternative, it will presently be argued that this parable appeared in the formative stratum before it was incorporated into the main redaction. In order to argue the latter, the article will actively engage in the interpretation of this parable.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Bible. Gospels - Criticism, interpretation, etc. , Bible. Parables , Q hypothesis (Synoptics criticism)
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/217328 , uj:21626 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. ‘Reaping where you did not sow’ : the parable of the entrusted money (Q 19:12-13, 15-24, 26) and the redaction of Q.
- Description: Abstract: In The Formation of Q, Kloppenborg identifies three redactional layers in the Sayings Gospel Q: the ‘formative stratum’ (or Q¹), the ‘main redaction’ (or Q²), and the ‘final recension’ (or Q³). He ascribes the parable of the Entrusted Money in Q 19:12-13, 15-24, 26 to the main redaction. As an alternative, it will presently be argued that this parable appeared in the formative stratum before it was incorporated into the main redaction. In order to argue the latter, the article will actively engage in the interpretation of this parable.
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From the earth of Africa : Q research in South Africa
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Q , Sayings Gospel , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/398923 , uj:33232 , Citation: Howes, L., 2019, ‘From the earth of Africa: Q research in South Africa’, HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies 75(4), a5444. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/hts.v75i4.5444 , ISSN: (Online) 2072-8050
- Description: Abstract: As the title indicates, this article traces the history of Q research in South Africa. It focuses on South African scholars who have made worthwhile contributions to our understanding and knowledge of the Sayings Gospel Q. An attempt is ultimately made to detect some trends in this regard. One significant finding perhaps worth mentioning in the abstract is the undeniable influence of Andries G. van Aarde on Q scholarship in South Africa.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Q , Sayings Gospel , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/398923 , uj:33232 , Citation: Howes, L., 2019, ‘From the earth of Africa: Q research in South Africa’, HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies 75(4), a5444. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/hts.v75i4.5444 , ISSN: (Online) 2072-8050
- Description: Abstract: As the title indicates, this article traces the history of Q research in South Africa. It focuses on South African scholars who have made worthwhile contributions to our understanding and knowledge of the Sayings Gospel Q. An attempt is ultimately made to detect some trends in this regard. One significant finding perhaps worth mentioning in the abstract is the undeniable influence of Andries G. van Aarde on Q scholarship in South Africa.
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“Doing justice” (בעושי משפט) to the Dead Sea scrolls : reading 1QS 8:1-4 in literary and sectarian context
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Dead Sea scrolls , Qumran Site (West Bank)
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/219474 , uj:21907 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. “Doing Justice” ( בעושי משפט ) to the Dead Sea Scrolls : reading 1QS 8:1-4 in literary and sectarian context.
- Description: Abstract: Among the various Dead Sea Scrolls appears a document that was discovered in the first Qumran cave, commonly referred to as the Community Rule. Within that document appears the following rather positive passage: In the Community Council [there shall be] twelve men and three priests, perfect in everything that has been revealed about all the law to implement truth, justice, judgment, compassionate love and unassuming behaviour of each person to his fellow to preserve faithfulness on the earth with firm purpose and repentant spirit in order to atone for sin, doing justice and undergoing trials in order to walk with everyone in the measure of truth and the regulation of time ...
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Dead Sea scrolls , Qumran Site (West Bank)
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/219474 , uj:21907 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. “Doing Justice” ( בעושי משפט ) to the Dead Sea Scrolls : reading 1QS 8:1-4 in literary and sectarian context.
- Description: Abstract: Among the various Dead Sea Scrolls appears a document that was discovered in the first Qumran cave, commonly referred to as the Community Rule. Within that document appears the following rather positive passage: In the Community Council [there shall be] twelve men and three priests, perfect in everything that has been revealed about all the law to implement truth, justice, judgment, compassionate love and unassuming behaviour of each person to his fellow to preserve faithfulness on the earth with firm purpose and repentant spirit in order to atone for sin, doing justice and undergoing trials in order to walk with everyone in the measure of truth and the regulation of time ...
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‘Cut in Two’, Part 1 : exposing the seam in Q 12:42‐46
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91658 , uj:20130 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. ‘Cut in Two’, Part 1 : exposing the Seam in Q 12:42‐46.
- Description: Abstract: This publication argues for the existence of a seam between verses 44 and 45 of the parable in Q 12:42‐46. In the process, a case is also made for identifying the second half of the parable (Q 12:45‐46) as a redactional addition to a more original first half (Q 12:42‐44). The arguments that make up this article form the basis for a follow‐up article on the redaction of Q 12:42‐46 within the context of the Sayings Gospel as a whole.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91658 , uj:20130 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. ‘Cut in Two’, Part 1 : exposing the Seam in Q 12:42‐46.
- Description: Abstract: This publication argues for the existence of a seam between verses 44 and 45 of the parable in Q 12:42‐46. In the process, a case is also made for identifying the second half of the parable (Q 12:45‐46) as a redactional addition to a more original first half (Q 12:42‐44). The arguments that make up this article form the basis for a follow‐up article on the redaction of Q 12:42‐46 within the context of the Sayings Gospel as a whole.
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Agricultural slavery and the parable of the loyal and wise slave in q 12:42‐46
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91586 , uj:20121 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. Agricultural slavery and the parable of the loyal and wise slave in q 12:42‐46.
- Description: Abstract: This article examines the parable of the loyal and wise slave in Q 12:42‐46 by considering the ancient institution of agricultural slavery. Particular attention will be given to the managers of ancient slaverun farms, who were at times also slaves themselves. Methodologically, each verse of the parable will be read against the background of the ancient institution of agricultural slavery. The aim is not to interpret the metaphorical meaning of the parable, but merely to contextualise and illuminate its literal meaning.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91586 , uj:20121 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. Agricultural slavery and the parable of the loyal and wise slave in q 12:42‐46.
- Description: Abstract: This article examines the parable of the loyal and wise slave in Q 12:42‐46 by considering the ancient institution of agricultural slavery. Particular attention will be given to the managers of ancient slaverun farms, who were at times also slaves themselves. Methodologically, each verse of the parable will be read against the background of the ancient institution of agricultural slavery. The aim is not to interpret the metaphorical meaning of the parable, but merely to contextualise and illuminate its literal meaning.
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Puzzling the Jesus of the Parables : a response to Ruben Zimmermann
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2017
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/256973 , uj:26986 , Citation: Howes, L., 2017, ‘Puzzling the Jesus of the Parables: A response to Ruben Zimmermann’, HTS Teologiese Studies/ Theological Studies 73(4), a4480. https://doi. org/10.4102/hts.v73i4.4480
- Description: Abstract: Ruben Zimmermann’s latest book, Puzzling the Parables of Jesus (2015), summarises much of his earlier research on the parables. It is one of the most thought-provoking and original books on the subject to appear in the last few decades. It not only challenges archaic ideas and methods, but also proposes an integrative approach of parable interpretation that combines historical, literary and reader-oriented approaches. His proposed definition of the parables of Jesus is well researched, and sure to influence future scholars. This article responds to Ruben Zimmermann’s work on the parables, focusing specifically on the abovementioned book. In particular, one aspect of his proposed method is challenged, namely his conscious attempt to do away with considerations of the pre-Easter context when interpreting the parables. The first section of the current article briefly considers key concepts in Zimmermann’s book that are relevant to the present discussion; the second section contains my response; and the third section proposes a variant methodology, featuring the parable of the Good Samaritan as a working example.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2017
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/256973 , uj:26986 , Citation: Howes, L., 2017, ‘Puzzling the Jesus of the Parables: A response to Ruben Zimmermann’, HTS Teologiese Studies/ Theological Studies 73(4), a4480. https://doi. org/10.4102/hts.v73i4.4480
- Description: Abstract: Ruben Zimmermann’s latest book, Puzzling the Parables of Jesus (2015), summarises much of his earlier research on the parables. It is one of the most thought-provoking and original books on the subject to appear in the last few decades. It not only challenges archaic ideas and methods, but also proposes an integrative approach of parable interpretation that combines historical, literary and reader-oriented approaches. His proposed definition of the parables of Jesus is well researched, and sure to influence future scholars. This article responds to Ruben Zimmermann’s work on the parables, focusing specifically on the abovementioned book. In particular, one aspect of his proposed method is challenged, namely his conscious attempt to do away with considerations of the pre-Easter context when interpreting the parables. The first section of the current article briefly considers key concepts in Zimmermann’s book that are relevant to the present discussion; the second section contains my response; and the third section proposes a variant methodology, featuring the parable of the Good Samaritan as a working example.
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‘Cut in Two’, Part 2 : reconsidering the redaction of Q 12:42‐46
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91696 , uj:20133 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. ‘Cut in Two’, Part 2 : reconsidering the redaction of Q 12:42‐46.
- Description: Abstract:In his influential 1987 monograph, Kloppenborg identified 9 three layers in the Sayings Gospel Q: the ‘formative stratum’ (or 10 Q¹), the ‘main redaction’ (or Q²), and the ‘final recension’ (or 11 Q³). He ascribed the cluster of sayings in Q 12:39‐59 to the main 12 redaction. Within this cluster appears the parable of the loyal 13 and wise slave (Q 12:42‐46). In my view, some portions of this 14 parable actually originate with the formative stratum. The aim 15 of the current article is to reconsider the redactional make‐up of 16 this parable by appealing to Kloppenborg’s own criteria for 17 distinguishing between Q1 and Q2, including those of 18 ‘characteristic forms’, ‘characteristic motifs’ and ‘implied 19 audience’.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2016
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91696 , uj:20133 , Citation: Howes, L. 2016. ‘Cut in Two’, Part 2 : reconsidering the redaction of Q 12:42‐46.
- Description: Abstract:In his influential 1987 monograph, Kloppenborg identified 9 three layers in the Sayings Gospel Q: the ‘formative stratum’ (or 10 Q¹), the ‘main redaction’ (or Q²), and the ‘final recension’ (or 11 Q³). He ascribed the cluster of sayings in Q 12:39‐59 to the main 12 redaction. Within this cluster appears the parable of the loyal 13 and wise slave (Q 12:42‐46). In my view, some portions of this 14 parable actually originate with the formative stratum. The aim 15 of the current article is to reconsider the redactional make‐up of 16 this parable by appealing to Kloppenborg’s own criteria for 17 distinguishing between Q1 and Q2, including those of 18 ‘characteristic forms’, ‘characteristic motifs’ and ‘implied 19 audience’.
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Q’s message to the peasantry and poor : considering three texts in the Sayings Gospel
- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2019
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/289933 , uj:31467 , Citation: Howes, L., 2019, ‘Q’s message to the peasantry and poor: Considering three texts in the Sayings Gospel’, HTS Teologiese Studies/ Theological Studies 75(3), a4992. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/hts.v75i3.4992
- Description: Abstract: This article aims to argue that the Sayings Gospel Q has a unique message for the peasantry and poor of ancient society. The intention of this article is to uncover the intended message of three particular Q texts for the peasantry and poor, namely Q 7:24–28, Q 10:5–9 and Q 11:9–13.
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- Authors: Howes, Llewellyn
- Date: 2019
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/289933 , uj:31467 , Citation: Howes, L., 2019, ‘Q’s message to the peasantry and poor: Considering three texts in the Sayings Gospel’, HTS Teologiese Studies/ Theological Studies 75(3), a4992. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/hts.v75i3.4992
- Description: Abstract: This article aims to argue that the Sayings Gospel Q has a unique message for the peasantry and poor of ancient society. The intention of this article is to uncover the intended message of three particular Q texts for the peasantry and poor, namely Q 7:24–28, Q 10:5–9 and Q 11:9–13.
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