His doctoral studies mark the beginning of his exploration into the influence of Stoicism , on early Christianity , particularly as it relates to the scriptural letters of St. Paul the Apostle .
Engberg - Pedersen 's was also promoted Doctorate of Theology .
Pedersen 's doctoral studies mark the beginning of his exploration into the influence of Stoicism , on early Christianity , particularly as it relates to the scriptural letters of St. Paul the Apostle .
Engberg - Pedersen 's was also promoted Doctorate of Theology .