Paul’s Use of the Old Testament in Romans 9:1–9: An Intertextual and Theological Exegesis

This investigation builds upon recent developments in the study of Paul’s use of Scripture that center around the concept of intertextuality. Brian Abasciano’s exegetical method combines a thorough traditional exegesis with a comprehensive analysis of Paul’s use of Scripture. Abasciano does this by reading Romans in light of the interpretive traditions surrounding the texts to which Paul alludes, with great emphasis placed on analyzing the original contexts of Paul’s citations and allusions. Such an intertextual exegesis is conducted in Romans 9:1–9 with an awareness of the broader unit of chapters 9–11 especially, and also the epistle as a whole.