The Essence of Christianity (Italian Texts and Studies on Religion and Society (ITSORS)) - Softcover

Bruno Forte

 
9780802826572: The Essence of Christianity (Italian Texts and Studies on Religion and Society (ITSORS))
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0802826571 ISBN 13: 9780802826572
Publisher: Eerdmans, 2003

Synopsis

Foreword by Geoffrey Wainwright

Postmodern thought has attempted to strip many traditional values and beliefs of their power, and the Christian faith is no exception. In this spiritually and intellectually wise book Bruno Forte upholds the "essence" -- the heart and meaning -- of Christianity despite the claims of the contemporary world.

In the tradition of thinkers like Feuerbach, Harnack, and Guardini, Forte restates what is unique, reliable, and universal about Christianity for our current age. After outlining in broad terms the nature of postmodernity and its challenges to traditional faith, Forte proceeds, with the voice of one intimately in love with God, to present anew what lies at the heart of genuine Christianity and why it is still good news for women and men today.

Among the many books on postmodernism, this one is distinct for its conscientious dialogue with postmodern culture and its clear proclamation of meaningful faith. It will interest everyone pondering the role of Christianity in contemporary life.

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About the Author

Bruno Forte is Archbishop of Chieti-Vasto, Italy. He hasalso served as professor of systematic theology at thePontifical Theological Faculty of Naples, Italy, as amember of the International Theological Commission of theHoly See, and as a consultant of the Pontifical Council forCulture. "

From the Back Cover

Foreword by Geoffrey Wainwright

Postmodern thought has attempted to strip many traditional values and beliefs of their power, and the Christian faith is no exception. In this spiritually and intellectually wise book Bruno Forte upholds the "essence" -- the heart and meaning -- of Christianity despite the claims of the contemporary world.

In the tradition of thinkers like Feuerbach, Harnack, and Guardini, Forte restates what is unique, reliable, and universal about Christianity for our current age. After outlining in broad terms the nature of postmodernity and its challenges to traditional faith, Forte proceeds, with the voice of one intimately in love with God, to present anew what lies at the heart of genuine Christianity and why it is still good news for women and men today.

Among the many books on postmodernism, this one is distinct for its conscientious dialogue with postmodern culture and its clear proclamation of meaningful faith. It will interest everyone pondering the role of Christianity in contemporary life.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Publisher
Eerdmans
Publication date
2003
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0802826571
ISBN 13 
9780802826572
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
146