An Introduction To Christianity

Author : Joseph Ratzinger
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781681492681

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Introduction to Christianity by Joseph Ratzinger Pdf

Revised Edition One of Cardinal Ratzinger's most important and widely read books, this volume is a revised second edition with an improved translation and an in-depth 20 page preface by the Cardinal. As he states in the preface, since this book was first published over 30 years ago, many changes and significant events have occurred in the world, and in the Church. But even so, he says he is firmly convinced that his fundamental approach in this book is still very timely and crucial for the spiritual needs of modern man. That approach puts the question of God and the question about Christ in the very center, which leads to a "narrative Christology" and demonstrates that the place for faith is in the Church. Thus, this remarkable elucidation of the Apostle's Creed gives an excellent, modern interpretation of the foundations of Christianity. Ratzinger's profound treatment of Christianity's basic truths combines a spiritual outlook with a deep knowledge of Scripture and the history of theology.

Author : F. Antonisamy
Publisher : St Pauls BYB
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Christianity
ISBN : 8171094295

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An Introduction to Christian Spirituality by F. Antonisamy Pdf

Author : Alister E. McGrath
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2006-02-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781405108997

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Christianity by Alister E. McGrath Pdf

The new edition of this popular textbook by leading theologian, Alister E. McGrath, will be essential reading for anyone wanting to understand the dynamics of the world’s largest religion. Fully revised to include greater coverage of the Catholic perspective, contemporary issues, non-Western Christianity, globalization and women, this is a truly comprehensive, lively, and jargon-free introduction to Christianity. Written for beginners to this subject, and assumes no knowledge of Christian beliefs or practices. Includes an introduction to biblical sources and discussion of the central figure of Jesus. Features comprehensive discussions of Christian theology, the history of Christianity from its origins to the present day, and Christianity in the modern world. Increases coverage of contemporary issues, the Catholic perspective, non-Western Christianity, globalization and women Contains accessible and student-friendly features, including numerous illustrations, suggestions for further reading, a glossary of Christian terms, and brief readings from illustrative Christian sources.

Author : Pope Benedict XVI
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Apologetics
ISBN : OCLC:621263713

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Introduction to Christianity by Pope Benedict XVI Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : African Americans
ISBN : MINN:30000001210255

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Black News Digest by Anonim Pdf

Author : Delbert Burkett
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 620 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2002-07-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0521007208

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An Introduction to the New Testament and the Origins of Christianity by Delbert Burkett Pdf

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Author : Pope Benedict XVI
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-01-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781681490212

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A School of Prayer by Pope Benedict XVI Pdf

The Complete Edition Prayer is essential to the life of faith. In this superb book, based on Pope Benedict's weekly teaching, he examines the foundational principles of the life of prayer. Believers of various backgrounds and experience in prayer-from beginners to spiritually advanced-will be enriched by this spiritual masterpiece. Benedict begins considering what we can learn from the examples of prayer found in a wide range of cultures and eras. Next, he turns to the Bible's teaching about prayer, beginning with Abraham and moving though Moses, the prophets, the Psalms to the example of Jesus. With Jesus Christ, Pope Benedict considers not only the Lord's teaching about prayer, but also his example of how to pray, including the Our Father, his prayers in the Garden of Gethsemane, and prayers on the Cross. The prayers of Mary, the Mother of Jesus, and the early Church are also explored. Benedict also draws on insights from spiritual masters, the saints, and the Church's liturgy. He challenges readers to live their relationships with God "even more intensely, as it were, at a ಘschool of prayer'." Although Benedict provides a sweeping survey of great figures of prayer, his discussion centers on Jesus Christ and even invokes him in the study of prayer. "It is in fact in Jesus," writes Benedict, "that man becomes able to approach God in the depth and intimacy of the relationship of fatherhood and sonship. Together with the first disciples, let us now turn with humble trust to the Teacher and ask him: ಘLord, teach us to pray' (Lk 11:1)."

Author : Linda Woodhead
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2004-09-02
Category : History
ISBN : 052178655X

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An Introduction to Christianity by Linda Woodhead Pdf

An Introduction to Christianity examines the key figures, events and ideas of two thousand years of Christian history and places them in context. It considers the religion in its material as well as its spiritual dimensions and explores its interactions with wider society such as money, politics, force, gender and the family, and non-Christian cultures and societies. This Introduction places particular focus on the ways in which Christianity has understood, embodied and related to power. Comprehensive and accessible, this book will appeal to the student and general reader.

Author : Gregg Allison
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
Page : 784 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2011-04-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310410416

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Historical Theology by Gregg Allison Pdf

Most historical theology texts follow Christian beliefs chronologically, discussing notable doctrinal developments for all areas of theology according to their historical appearance. And while this may be good history, it can make for confusing theology, with the classic theological loci scattered throughout various time periods, movements, and controversies. In Historical Theology, Gregg Allison offers students the opportunity to study the historical development of theology according to a topical-chronological arrangement, setting out the history of Christian doctrine one theological element at a time. Such an approach allows readers to concentrate on one tenet of Christianity and its formulation in the early church, through the Middle Ages, Reformation, and post-Reformation era, and into the modern period. The text includes a generous mix of primary source material as well, citing the words of Cyprian, Augustine, Aquinas, Luther, Calvin, Barth, and others. Allison references the most accessible editions of these notable theologians’ work so that readers can continue their study of historical theology through Christian history’s most important contributors. Historical Theology is a superb resource for those familiar with Wayne Grudem’s Systematic Theology or interested in understanding the development of Christian theology.

Author : George Herring
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2006-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780814737002

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Introduction to the History of Christianity by George Herring Pdf

Christianity is the world’s largest religion, and has had a profound impact on the course of civilization. Introduction to the History of Christianity is a beautifully crafted and clearly written introduction to Christianity over its 2000 year history. The broad underlying theme of the book is the interaction between Christianity and the secular world, exploring how one has shaped and been shaped by the other. The volume does not attempt to cover the whole of Christian history in detail. It focuses on three key chronological periods pivotal in the development of Christianity: Christ and Caesar, Christianity circa 300–500; Expansion and Order, Latin Christendom, circa 1050–1250; and Grace and Authority, Western Christianity, circa 1450–1650, as well as a concluding section on Christianity in the modern world, providing illustrative snapshots of the tradition over the course of its long development. In addition, the volume includes maps, timelines, quotations from primary source material, a glossary, and a further reading section. No staid, laborious introduction to its subject, Introduction to the History of Christianity offers an inviting and informative overview of this rich religious tradition.

Author : Tim Dowley
Publisher : Fortress Press
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2019-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781506450315

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A Brief Introduction to Buddhism by Tim Dowley Pdf

This brief introduction to Buddhism is designed to help readers understand this important religious tradition. With both nuance and balance, this text provides broad coverage of various forms of Buddhism with an arresting layout with rich colors. It offers both historical overviews and modern perspectives on Buddhist beliefs and practices. The user-friendly content is enhanced by charts of religious festivals, historic timelines, updated maps, and a useful glossary. It is ideal for courses on Buddhism and Asian religions and will be a useful, concise reference for all readers eager to know more about this important religious tradition and its place in our contemporary world.

Author : Mary Jo Weaver,David Brakke,Jason Bivins
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Christianity
ISBN : 0534244629

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Introduction to Christianity by Mary Jo Weaver,David Brakke,Jason Bivins Pdf

Combining essential information with thought-provoking discussion, this third edition updates the practical and challenging coverage of the history, ideas, and diversity of Christianity. This book provides a balanced introduction to the historical, cultural, theological, and social aspects of Christianity's development, focusing on movements, people, and controversies that have united and divided Christians over time. This foundation prepares readers for the final section of the text, where they are invited to understand and engage in topics of ongoing debate among Christians, such as women's ordination and modern technology in the church ("the electronic church").

Author : Alister E. McGrath
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2015-02-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781118465622

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Christianity by Alister E. McGrath Pdf

Now available in a fully-revised and updated new edition, this popular textbook by one of the world's leading theologians offers a lively, jargon-free introduction to Christianity. Features a wealth of new material on global Christianity, American Christianity, the Orthodox Church, current theological debates, and Christianity in relation to other world religions Includes enhanced and expanded student-friendly features, including numerous illustrations, suggestions for further reading, a glossary of Christian terms, and brief readings from primary Christian sources Written in an accessible and engaging style that assumes no prior knowledge of Christian beliefs or practices, making it an invaluable resource for beginners to the subject as well as those looking for a refresher Incorporates coverage of Catholicism, Orthodoxy, Protestantism, Evangelicalism, and Pentecostalism A glossary, related websites, and other resources from Dr. McGrath are available online at www.alistermcgrathwiley.com

Author : Philip Kennedy
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2011-02-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780857719362

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Christianity by Philip Kennedy Pdf

The Christian faith has the allegiance of one third of the human race. It has succeeded in influencing civilization to such a degree that we now take its existence almost for granted. Yet it might all have been so different. Christianity began with the words and deeds of an obscure village carpenter's son who died a shameful criminal's death at the hands of the Roman occupiers of his country: itself an insignificant outpost of the powerful ruling Empire. The feverish land of biblical Palestine, awash with apocalyptic expectations of deliverance from its foreign overlords, was hardly short of seers and prophets who claimed to be sent visions from God. Yet the followers of this man thought he was different: so different, in fact, that some years after his death and asserted resurrection they scandalously insisted not only that he was sent by God, but that he 'was' God. Many introductions to Christianity are written by Christians, for Christians. This elegant textbook, by contrast, shows that the history of the religion, while often glorious, is not one of unimpeded progress, but something still more remarkable, flawed and human.

Author : J. B. Stump
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781118625279

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Science and Christianity by J. B. Stump Pdf

Science and Christianity is an accessible, engaging introduction to topics at the intersection of science and Christian theology. A philosophically orientated treatment that introduces the relationship of science to Christianity and explores to what extent the findings of science affect traditional Christian theology Addresses important theological topics in light of contemporary science, including divine action, the problem of natural evil, and eschatology Historically oriented chapters and chapters covering methodological principles for both science and theology provide the reader with a strong foundational understanding of the issues Includes feature boxes highlighting quotations, biographies of major scientists and theologians, key terms, and other helpful information Issues are presented as fairly and objectively as possible, with strengths and weaknesses of particular interpretations fully discussed