Essentials of Christian Theology - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0664223958 ISBN 13: 9780664223953

Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press, 2003

Synopsis

This splendid introductory textbook for Christian theology presents two essays by leading scholars on each of the major theological questions. William Placher provides an excellent discussion of the history and current state of each doctrine while the essays explore the key elements and contemporary issues relating to these important theological concepts.

About this title

About the Author:

William C. Placher was Charles D. and Elizabeth S. LaFollette Distinguished Professor in the Humanities and Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religion at Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana. He was the author or editor of a number of books including A History of Christian Theology, Jesus the Savior, and Essentials of Christian Theology, all published by WJK.

Review:

A stellar cast of scholars...Students and teachers will be using this volume for a long time. -- S. Mark Heim, Samuel Abbot Professor of Christian Theology, Andover Newton Theological School

A uniquely helpful resource. Placher's introduction to the history and language of each doctrine, and his summary statements,are invaluable. -- Shirley Guthrie, Professor Emeritus of Systematic Theology, Columbia Theological Seminary

I strongly recommend this as a text for theology classes in seminaries, colleges and universities, and congregations. -- Lois Malcolm, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Luther Seminary

About this edition

• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0664223958
• ISBN 13: 9780664223953
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 432
• Editor: William Placher