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An introduction to Christian theology / by Anthony Towey.

By: Publisher: London, UK : Bloomsbury T&T Clark, 2018Edition: Second editionDescription: xxv, 557 pages : illustrations ; 25 cmISBN:
  • 9780567678195
  • 0567678199
  • 9780567678201
  • 0567678202
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Contents:
Part 1. Introduction. Thoughtful conversation about God -- Part 2. Theology of creation and covenant. Genesis : God, creation and humanity -- The Torah: covenant, exodus and the law -- Nebi'im: prophets, kings and covenant -- Ketubim: priests, poets, wisdom -- Part 3. Theology of the Jesus event. Gospels : theology of Jesus as Messiah -- The theology of the kingdom -- Death and resurrection -- The Jesus movement in the acts of the apostles -- Paul -- John as theologian -- Part 4. Theology in the Classical Period. Canon : scriptural basis of theology -- Kerygma to creeds -- Councils and controversy -- Ecclesiology : new Israel, new Jesus, new empire? -- Augustine, Anselm, Aqinas -- Sacraments -- Ecclesiology in three dimensions -- Part 5. Theology in modern and contemporary dialogue. Theology 'versus' philosophy? -- Theology 'versus' science -- Theology 'versus' anthropology? -- Dialogues in different voices -- Dialogues in ethics -- Dialogues in prayer -- Dialogues in faith -- Dialogue and the future -- Part 6. Customer support : references and readings.
Summary: "Presenting the biblical, doctrinal and contemporary dimensions of Christianity, this book provides an excellent introduction to Christian theology. Using illustrated examples from selected primary texts, it explores key 'tools' for the scientific study of theology, both affirming the rationale behind Christian thinking while also familiarizing the reader with significant contrary positions. Providing solid foundations in biblical theology and hermeneutics, the book enables students to read Judeo-Christian scripture intelligently. It scrutinizes key testimonies regarding Jesus Christ, discusses the nature of the New Testament, and explores the emergence of doctrinal orthodoxy and the later disagreements which have shaped contemporary Christianity"--Page 4 of cover.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part 1. Introduction. Thoughtful conversation about God -- Part 2. Theology of creation and covenant. Genesis : God, creation and humanity -- The Torah: covenant, exodus and the law -- Nebi'im: prophets, kings and covenant -- Ketubim: priests, poets, wisdom -- Part 3. Theology of the Jesus event. Gospels : theology of Jesus as Messiah -- The theology of the kingdom -- Death and resurrection -- The Jesus movement in the acts of the apostles -- Paul -- John as theologian -- Part 4. Theology in the Classical Period. Canon : scriptural basis of theology -- Kerygma to creeds -- Councils and controversy -- Ecclesiology : new Israel, new Jesus, new empire? -- Augustine, Anselm, Aqinas -- Sacraments -- Ecclesiology in three dimensions -- Part 5. Theology in modern and contemporary dialogue. Theology 'versus' philosophy? -- Theology 'versus' science -- Theology 'versus' anthropology? -- Dialogues in different voices -- Dialogues in ethics -- Dialogues in prayer -- Dialogues in faith -- Dialogue and the future -- Part 6. Customer support : references and readings.

"Presenting the biblical, doctrinal and contemporary dimensions of Christianity, this book provides an excellent introduction to Christian theology. Using illustrated examples from selected primary texts, it explores key 'tools' for the scientific study of theology, both affirming the rationale behind Christian thinking while also familiarizing the reader with significant contrary positions. Providing solid foundations in biblical theology and hermeneutics, the book enables students to read Judeo-Christian scripture intelligently. It scrutinizes key testimonies regarding Jesus Christ, discusses the nature of the New Testament, and explores the emergence of doctrinal orthodoxy and the later disagreements which have shaped contemporary Christianity"--Page 4 of cover.

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