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This Companion offers an introduction to Reformed theology, one of the most historically important, ecumenically active, and currently generative traditions of doctrinal enquiry, by way of reflecting upon its origins, its development, and its significance. The first part, Theological Topics, indicates the distinct array of doctrinal concerns which gives coherence over time to the identity of this tradition in all its diversity. The second part, Theological Figures, explores the life and work of a small number of theologians who have not only worked within this tradition, but have constructively shaped and inspired it in vital ways. The final part, Theological Contexts, considers the ways in which the resultant Reformed sensibilities in theology have had a marked impact both upon theological and ecclesiastical landscapes in different places and upon the wider societal landscapes of history. The result is a fascinating and compelling guide to this dynamic and vibrant theological tradition.
List of contents
1. Introduction Paul T. Nimmo and David A. S. Fergusson; Part I. Theological Topics: 2. Scripture J. Todd Billings; 3. Confessions Michael Allen; 4. Election Rinse H. Reeling Brouwer; 5. Christology Bruce L. McCormack; 6. Sacraments Paul T. Nimmo; 7. Christian life Cynthia L. Rigby; Part II. Theological Figures: 8. Huldrych Zwingli Peter Opitz; 9. John Calvin Randall C. Zachman; 10. Jonathan Edwards Oliver D. Crisp; 11. Friedrich Schleiermacher Kevin W. Hector; 12. Karl Barth Michael Beintker; Part III. Theological Contexts: 13. Reformed theology and Puritanism Susan Hardman Moore; 14. Reformed theology and scholasticism Dolf (R. T.) te Velde; 15. Reformed theology in continental Europe Eberhard Busch; 16. Reformed theology in the British Isles David A. S. Fergusson; 17. Reformed theology in North America James D. Bratt; 18. Reformed theology in Africa Isabel Apawo Phiri; 19. Reformed theology in Asia and Oceania Sung Bihn Yim, Alexander Chow, Yasuhiro Sekikawa and Geoff Thompson; 20. Reformed theology, mission, and ecumenism Darrell L. Guder.
Summary
This volume offers an introduction to Reformed theology, one of the most historically important and currently generative traditions of theological enquiry. It will serve both undergraduate and postgraduate students as a valuable guide to the doctrinal positions of the tradition and to some of its central figures and historic contexts.
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'Readers will learn a lot about the various permutations of Reformed theology over the centuries and around the globe. This will prove to be a useful introduction to a rich theological tradition for students and even more advanced scholars unfamiliar with the various contexts of Reformed theology.' David M. Barbee, Reading Religion
