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EAN
9780631231875
ISBN
9780631231875
Book Title
The First Christian Theologians: An Introduction t
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9780631231875
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N/A
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
0631231870
ISBN-13
9780631231875
eBay Product ID (ePID)
6033365

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
304 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
First Christian Theologians : an Introduction to Theology in the Early Church
Subject
Christian Theology / Systematic, Christian Church / History, Christian Theology / Ethics
Publication Year
2004
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Religion
Author
G. R. Evans
Series
The Great Theologians Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
20.5 Oz
Item Length
9.7 in
Item Width
6.8 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2003-022141
Dewey Edition
22
TitleLeading
The
Reviews
"Beyond doubt this is one of the best introductions available to the English reader who is interested in the Theology of the early Church." Mihail Neamtu, King's College, London, Beyond doubt this is one of the best introductions available to the English reader who is interested in the Theology of the early Church." Mihail Neamtu, King's College, London
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
230/.11
Table Of Content
Preface vii Notes on Contributors xi List of Abbreviations xv Introduction G. R. Evans 1 Part I The Bible 1 The First Christian Writings John W. Rogerson 15 2 The Interpretation of Scripture Frances Young 24 Part II the Church 3 The Early Idea of the Church Stuart G. Hall 41 4 The Early Church in the World G. R. Evans 58 5 The Imperial Ecclesiastical Lawgivers Clarence Gallagher, SJ 65 Part III Rival Traditions: Christian Theology and Judaism 6 Philo of Alexandria David T. Runia 77 7 Christian Theology and Judaism Paula Fredriksen and Judith Lieu 85 Part IV Rival Traditions: Christian Theology and Secular Philosophy 8 Christian Theology and Secular Philosophy John M. Rist 105 9 Justin Martyr Eric Osborn 115 10 Irenaeus of Lyons Eric Osborn 121 11 Clement of Alexandria Eric Osborn 127 12 Origen Rowan Williams 132 13 Tertullian Eric Osborn 143 14 The Hermetica G. R. Evans 150 Part V The Maturing of Early Christian Theology in East and West 15 Athanasius and the Arian Crisis Rowan Williams 157 16 The Cappadocians Morwenna Ludlow 168 17 Pseudo-Dionysius and Maximus the Confessor Janet P. Williams 186 18 The Syriac Tradition David G. K. Taylor 201 19 Ambrose Boniface Ramsey 225 20 Jerome G. R. Evans 234 21 Augustine of Hippo G. R. Evans 238 22 Eutyches, Nestorius, and Chalcedon G. R. Evans 243 Conclusion: The End of an Era? G. R. Evans 248 Consolidated List of Sources 251 Index of References 260 General Index 267
Synopsis
The First Christian Theologians offers a comprehensive introduction to the theology of the early Church through an accessible and lively examination of the major individual theologians of the time. This is a book about the earliest individual Christian theologians and those who entered into dialogue with them. It is also about the complexity of the process by which a Christian theology came into existence. It begins with the earliest Christian writings, moves through the development of the early Church, examines the rival traditions to Christianity, and explores the work of the key Christian theologians in both the West and the East, ending at the important Council of Chalcedon. Drawing on contributions from an international team of leading academics, and edited by G. R. Evans, this volume is indispensable reading for undergraduate students who need a readable and accessible introduction to the theology and history of the early Christian church., The First Christian Theologians offers a comprehensive introduction to the theology of the early Church through an accessible and lively examination of the major individual theologians of the time. ∗ Provides a comprehensive, single-volume introduction to the theology of the early Church., The First Christian Theologians offers a comprehensive introduction to the theology of the early Church through an accessible and lively examination of the major individual theologians of the time. Provides a comprehensive, single-volume introduction to the theology of the early Church. Features an accessible and lively examination of the major individual theologians from the first five centuries. Explores how Christian theology came into being - including detailed coverage of the Scriptural canon, preaching, heresies, and the role of ecumenical councils. Includes an international list of leading contributors. Edited by a leading academic in the field, with a reputation for producing first-rate, accessible books.
LC Classification Number
BT25.F57 2004

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