
Theology: A Very Short Introduction - Very Short Introductions (Paperback)
David Ford (author)
£8.99
Paperback
208 Pages
Published: 24/10/2013
Published: 24/10/2013
This Very Short Introduction provides both the believer and non-believer with a balanced survey of the central questions of theology. David Ford's approach draws us in to considering the principles underlying religious belief, including the centrality of salvation to most major religions, the concept of God in ancient, modern, and postmodern contexts, the challenge posed to theology by prayer and worship, and the issue of sin and evil. He also probes the
nature of experience, knowledge, and wisdom in theology, and discusses what is involved in interpreting theological texts.
In this new edition, Ford considers the contemporary relevance of theology, including the effect of globalization and digitized communication, examines the theological responses to change and development in science, considers the impact of increased engagement between Islam and the West, and looks at the development and importance of theology between the different faiths.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780199679973
Number of pages: 208
Weight: 160 g
Dimensions: 174 x 114 x 12 mm
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
MEDIA REVIEWS
It is written in an extremely accesible, interesting and fresh style and this combined with its 'safely' othodox but balanced tone will make it a useful aid to assisting a range of people. * Ray Gaston, Theology November/December 1999 *
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