History of the Development of the Doctrine of the Person of Christ, Volume II analyzes how theologians grappled with the person of Christ from the late medieval period to the present.
This scholarly work traces shifts in Christology across the second epoch, exploring debates, movements, and the influence of mysticism and reformation-era thought on the doctrine.
In this volume, J. A. Dorner surveys the complex history of Christology in depth. It examines how various schools and movements sought to articulate the union of divine and human natures, while weighing the implications for doctrine, worship, and church life. The text grounds its discussion in historical contexts, presenting a careful, critical study suitable for advanced readers.
What you’ll experience
- A structured account of the second epoch and its key figures, debates, and turning points
- Clear explanations of how Christological concepts developed within Lutheran, Reformed, and other movements
- Insight into the methodological debates that shaped 16th–18th century theology
- Connections between doctrinal changes and broader ecclesial and philosophical currents
Ideal for readers of church history, systematic theology, and students seeking a rigorous, historical treatment of the development of Christology.