"the child of source criticism and form criticism" Harrington. Called this as it helps our understanding of the author and his choice of sources
Recognises they were real authors, Form criticics just strung "pearls on a string" 1919 Schmidt
Portrays writers as men of faith.
They were more than compliers, they were creative, artistic authors
Reminds us gospels are not historical but theological. They have their own purpose and unique identity
Conzelmann used it to prove Luke wasn't a historian but a theologian writing a salvation history
Insight into concerns of early churches, and challenged of their communities, Widow of Nain shows plight of widows at time. This would have encouraged Lukan audience to help widows.
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