Part One The History (What do we know?) This brief historical introduction to Paul assesses his impact on the world as it was at the time & outlines the key ideas & values connected with him It explores the social political & religious factors that formed the context of his life & teaching & considers how those factors affected the way he was initially received Part Two The Legacy (Why does it matter?) This second part surveys the intellectual & cultural afterlife' of Paul exploring the ways in which his impact has lasted Why does he continue to be so influential & what aspects of his legacy are likely to endure beyond today & into the future? The book has a brief chronology at the front plus a glossary of key terms & a list of further reading at the back