Scripture in the Theologies of W. Pannenberg and D. G. Bloesch

Scripture has always played an important role in Christian theology. This study provides an issue oriented overview of the concepts of Scripture in Protestant theology from the 16th century Reformation onward. It then sets forth the concepts of Scripture in the theologies of two contemporary systematic theologians: W. Pannenberg and D. G. Bloesch. It analyzes, compares and evaluates the theological and anthropological presuppositions that have influenced their concept of Scripture. Despite fundamentally different starting points and other significant distinctions Pannenberg and Bloesch reveal surprising similarities. This seems to suggest that for both the concept of Scripture is determined ultimately by presuppositions that are derived and shaped extra scripturam"

Frank M. Hasel studied theology in Germany, England, and the United States of America, where he received his M.A. And Ph.D. in systematic theology from Andrews University. He is a member of several academic societies and has published numerous articles in scholarly journals and books, including 'Theologische Zeitschrift', 'Andrews University Seminary Studies', 'Teologika', 'Journal of the Adventist Theological Society', 'Eerdmans Dictionary of the Bible'. Currently he is Dean of the Theological Seminary and Professor of Systematic Theology and Biblical Hermeneutics at Seminar Schloss Bogenhofen, Austria, Europe