In this conversation, Dr. Ruben Bühner discusses his book 'Negotiating Jewishness,' exploring the complexities of Paul's identity as a Jew and a Christian. He examines the scholarly debates surrounding continuity and discontinuity in Paul's Jewishness, the differences between German and English perspectives on Paul, and the significance of ethnicity in understanding his identity. The discussion also delves into diasporic Judaism, the concept of living Gentile-ish, and the implications of Paul's Pharisaic affiliation. Ultimately, Bühner argues that Paul's belief in Christ is a natural extension of his Jewish identity, highlighting the intricate relationship between Judaism and early Christianity.

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