Dube, Zorodzai2024-02-052024-02-052024-04-232023-09-25*A2024http://hdl.handle.net/2263/94265Dissertation (MTh (New Testament Studies))--University of Pretoria, 2023.This study applies social identity complexity theory as the theoretical framework in reading 1 Corinthians 7:12-16. This dissertation focuses on how Paul uses holiness language in 1 Corinthians 7:12-16 as a rhetorical device to advocate for unity and peace in the complex households with various social groups and identities including believers married to unbelievers. Holiness, with no moral implications, in this passage is thus a social identity marker inclusive of the unbelievers and subsequently the children from these marriages.en© 2023 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria.UCTDHolinessInclusivitySocial idenitityUnityChildrenChristian Households1 Corinthians 7:12-16Family DynamicsChristian EthicsMarriage and FamilyParentingTheology theses SDG-05SDG-05: Gender equalityTheology theses SDG-10SDG-10: Reduced inequalitiesTheology theses SDG-16SDG-16: Peace, justice and strong institutionsDissertationu1739646910.25403/UPresearchdata.25010690