Theology: The Basic Readings - Softcover

McGrath, Alister E.

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9781405170420: Theology: The Basic Readings

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ISBN 10: 1405170425 ISBN 13: 9781405170420

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, 2007

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This short, balanced and accessible Reader introduces the Christian faith through important theological readings, covering historical, modern, denominational, gender, liberal and traditional issues. It is the ideal accompaniment to the bestselling textbook, Theology: The Basics, 2nd edition.

Edited by leading theologian, Alister E. McGrath, this volume brings together a range of readings which act as an introduction to the Christian faith
Includes 56 readings chosen for their balanced portrayal of chronology, denomination, gender, and theological orientation
Provides an introduction and analysis of each reading, along with a helpful glossary
Uses the Apostle’s Creed as an accessible framework to introduce readers to writings on key issues, such as faith, God, Jesus, creation and salvation
Encourages readers to interact with each text and to engage with primary sources.

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Bringing together a range of key and accessible theological readings, each accompanied by an introduction and analysis, Theology: The Basic Readings provides a clear, concise overview of the Christian faith. It spans Christian history, offering a balanced account of the historical periods and important theological viewpoints. This collection:

Brings together a range of readings which act as an introduction to the Christian faith
Includes 56 readings chosen for their balanced chronology, denomination, gender, and theological orientation
Provides an introduction and analysis of each reading, along with a helpful glossary
Uses the Apostle’s Creed as a helpful framework to introduce readers to writings on key issues, such as faith, God, Jesus, creation, and salvation
Edited by the leading theologian and internationally-regarded author, Alister E. McGrath.

This volume can be read on its own is an ideal companion to Theology: The Basics, second edition.

About the Author:

Alister E. McGrath is Professor of Historical Theology at Oxford University, and Senior Research Fellow at Harris Manchester College, Oxford. He is the author of numerous popular theology textbooks, including Christian Theology, fourth edition and The Christian Theology Reader, third edition. Readers may wish to use this book in order to make the transition to these more challenging texts.

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