The Oxford Library of Practical Theology (Classic Reprint)

W. C. E. Newbolt, Darwell Stone

ISBN 10: 133158213X / ISBN 13: 9781331582137

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the doctrine of the Holy Communion from the perspectives of the Bible, patristic writings, and the Reformation. It examines the origins and development of the Eucharist within the context of various religious traditions, tracing its evolution through the earliest Christian writings to the Middle Ages and beyond. The author delves into the patristic writings to reveal insights into the early Church's understanding of Christ's presence in the Eucharist. They present diverse perspectives, ranging from a symbolic interpretation to the affirmation of a real and substantial presence. By studying the works of influential theologians, this book sheds light on the gradual formation of Eucharistic doctrine and its profound influence on Christian thought and practice. The volume highlights the multifaceted nature of the Eucharist, encompassing aspects of sacrifice, communion with Christ, and the unity of the Church. It examines the historical controversies surrounding the doctrine and the impact of the Reformation on Eucharistic theology. This book offers a valuable resource for understanding the complexities and richness of the Eucharist within the broader landscape of Christian history and theology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Oxford Library of Practical Theology (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133158213X
• ISBN 13: 9781331582137
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christianity

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Synopsis

The Holy Communion explores the Eucharist in a wide, accessible way, tracing its meaning across history and Christian thought. It surveys how different traditions have understood the presence of Christ in the bread and wine, the idea of sacrifice, and the role of the communal meal in worship. The book places these ideas in a broad historical arc—from early church debates to post-Reformation theology—showing how Anglican, patristic, and medieval perspectives have shaped practice and belief.

Readers will find a clear account of key questions, such as how the Bible, church Fathers, and later theologians have treated the sacrament; how debates within the Church of England unfolded; and how reformations and movements influenced the doctrine of the Eucharist. The discussion foregrounds the tension between seen as mere memorial and the more unified, real presence understood by different traditions, without venturing into speculative detail.

• Historical overview of Eucharistic doctrine from antiquity to modern times


• Exploration of sacrificial and commemorative interpretations


• Discussion of Anglican positions and mid-1700s debates within the Church


• Context for understanding how theology informs liturgical practice

Ideal for readers of church history and theology who want a grounded, readable account of the Eucharist’s complex development.