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“For Paul 'righteousness' and 'justice' are the same word, as they were in Hebrew. Paul clearly believes that helping the poor is a central and ongoing part of Christian commitment, precisely because in Jesus Christ God has unveiled and launched his plan for the rescue, redemption and renewal of the whole creation. Justification and justice go very closely together.”

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N. T. Wright

N.T. Wright, born on December 1, 1948, is a British theologian, writer, and scholar. He served as the Bishop of Durham and is one of the most influential figures in contemporary Christian theology. Wright is known for his in-depth research into the Bible and his contributions to the study of Christian history. more

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