In the Form of a God

The book explores whether Paul believed that Christ pre-existed in heaven before his earthly incarnation, a view supported by a significant body of scholarship. Andrew Perriman offers a fresh perspective by examining how pagans and post-pagan believers might have understood Christ's backstory. This approach illuminates the complexities of Paul's Christology, particularly in his letter to the Philippians, and highlights Jesus's importance for both the Pauline mission and the broader ancient pagan context.