The essential work on the Roman practice of crucifixion. Absolutely necessary for understanding various aspects of the atonement - particularly the shame of crucifixion. - J.S.
Atonement: "Christian doctrine that Christ has in some way solved the problems created by human sinfulness, especially the problem of alienation from God. All Christians affirm the reality of the atonement, but no one theory of atonement has found universal acceptance. The most accepted theories include moral influence theories, satisfaction theories and Pena- substitution theories."
The essential work on the Roman practice of crucifixion. Absolutely necessary for understanding various aspects of the atonement - particularly the shame of crucifixion. - J.S.
