How do you account for the conversion of Paul? Is the heart of his teaching to be found in this experience? Posted on 27 December, 2007 by Pat Lam This essay would look at the background of Paul prior to his conversion and his conversion experience. By examining Paul’s epistles and the book of Acts, this essay seek to identify the impact his conversion has to his teaching, including changes to his view on Jesus, the Law with regards to food, circumcision, gentiles and salvation.