The Parting of the Ways: How Christianity Became a Separate Religion by James D.G. Dunn

The Parting of the Ways: How Christianity Became a Separate Religion is a scholarly book written by James D.G. Dunn, an expert in New Testament studies and the history of early Christianity. It was first published in 1991, and provides a detailed examination of the process by which Christianity became a separate religion from Judaism in the first century AD.

In this book, Dunn argues that the separation of Christianity from Judaism was not a sudden or sudden event, but rather a gradual process that occurred over several decades. He examines the social, political, and religious factors that contributed to this process and the key figures and movements that played a role.

Dunn also examines the theological and ideological differences that developed between Christianity and Judaism, such as the belief in Jesus as the Messiah, the rejection of the traditional Jewish practices and the interpretation of the Jewish scriptures.

He also examines the ways in which Christianity adapted to and borrowed from the existing Jewish religious practices and beliefs and how Christianity was able to attract converts from both Jews and Gentiles.

The Parting of the Ways is a well-researched and thought-provoking book that provides valuable insights into the origins of Christianity and its separation from Judaism. It is intended for scholars, students, and researchers in the field of religious studies, history, and New Testament studies, and provides a unique perspective on the early history of Christianity.