Mid-1st Century AD
The early Christian church was emerging within a predominantly Greco-Roman culture, with Jewish roots and influences. The Corinthian church was a diverse community, including both Jews and Gentiles, navigating the integration of the Gospel into their lives.
Corinth was a major city in the Roman Empire, known for its wealth, commerce, and diverse population. It was a Roman colony with a significant degree of autonomy, but ultimately under the rule of the Roman Emperor.
Corinth, located in southern Greece, was a strategic city on the isthmus connecting the Peloponnese to mainland Greece. It was a hub for trade and cultural exchange.
The Corinthian society was marked by a mix of religious practices, including paganism and Judaism. The concept of covenants was well understood, both in Jewish tradition and in Roman legal practices.
Paul
Moses
Referenced as the mediator of the Old Covenant, contrasted with the New Covenant in Christ.