Christianity And Historical Relativism

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Bible
ISBN : UCAL:B3949316

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Christianity and Historical Relativism by Anonim Pdf

Author : Charles Ssennyondo STL STD
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781479744459

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Christianity and the Culture of Relativism in the Anthropologies of Joseph Ratzinger and Stanley Hauerwas by Charles Ssennyondo STL STD Pdf

Joseph Ratzinger rates relativism as the greatest challenge of the Church today. What he describes is not a new phenomenon but his theology highlights its origins and magnitude. Stanley Hauerwas fights the same battle on the Protestant side. This book attempts to discover and streamline their deliberations, showing their meeting points and where they differ, and remedies they offer to combat the crisis. It seeks to argue out the best response to relativism that can most appropriately benefit both Western and African Christendom. Despite being a Western phenomenon, relativism is no longer an exclusively Western problem. It is, rather, imposing itself as the new world culture, depicting all other cultures and perspectives as inferior. Ratzinger christened this the Dictatorship of Relativism, while Hauerwas calls it Policing of Christian Values. While Ratzingers greatest worry is relativisms denial of Truth (mostly from outside the ekklesia), for Hauerwas, relativism is not a force from without (of the Church) but part and parcel of the peoples modern ways of life, in which Christian values are persecuted in the name of peaceful existence. Both perspectives point at a crisis of cultures where the past is rejected and the future disconnected from the present, which trend inevitably leads to disintegration a leap into the dark. While the pre-Modern world sought God, the Modern world sought knowledge. The contemporary world seeks relativism. But all is not lost. The truth can still be found through the word of God and Christian culture.

Author : Charles E. Garrison
Publisher : University of Delaware Press
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0874133300

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Two Different Worlds by Charles E. Garrison Pdf

Challenging the assumption that the biblical text is absolutist, this study renders the wall of division between Christian absolutism and cultural relativism indefensible. Its encouraging argument draws upon sociology, anthropology, and analysis of the biblical text.

Author : John Meyendorff
Publisher : St Vladimir's Seminary Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0913836273

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Christ in Eastern Christian Thought by John Meyendorff Pdf

Author : Charles M. Lewis
Publisher : Springer
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-27
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781349241323

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Relativism and Religion by Charles M. Lewis Pdf

This collection of recent essays confronts, from widely disparate perspectives, fundamental questions about the epistemology and semantics of religious claims. Is there any way, apart from a particular religious tradition, of knowing that the distinctive claims of a religious tradition are true or closer to truth than those of any other religion? Does 'God' in religious speech and texts refer to the same Being as does philosophical theism? A response by each contributor to the others' ideas is included.

Author : Tom Holmén,Stanley E. Porter
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 3739 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2010-12-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789004210219

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Handbook for the Study of the Historical Jesus (4 vols) by Tom Holmén,Stanley E. Porter Pdf

With ca. 120 articles from ca. 100 writers from ca. 20 countries, this publication forms a repository where students and scholars can readily get to know their way around the breadth of recent research on the historical Jesus.

Author : Ernst Troeltsch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Christianity
ISBN : OCLC:1288313389

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The Absoluteness of Christianity and the History of Religions by Ernst Troeltsch Pdf

In this seminal work, pioneering theologian Ernst Troeltsch raises the question, how can we pass beyond the diversity with which history presents us to norms for our faith and for our judgments about life? He trenchantly probes the issue of how one religion--when viewed historically in the context of other world religions--can be universally and absolutely true. Though many others since have explored the issue of historical relativism and religious truth, few have done so with Troeltsch's determination and incisiveness, and for this he has made a lasting contribution to Christian theology and the philosophy of religion. The questions Troeltsch poses in this book remain utterly significant for the thoughtful Christian today.

Author : Slavica Jakelic,Lori Pearson
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789047404125

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The Future of the Study of Religion by Slavica Jakelic,Lori Pearson Pdf

This volume brings together divergent voices in religious and theological studies for a conversation about the proper objects, methods, and goals for the study of religion in the twenty-first century.

Author : Edward D. Andrews
Publisher : Christian Publishing House
Page : 521 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2024-01-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9798877567801

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CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY by Edward D. Andrews Pdf

"CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY: The Christian's Ultimate Guide to Learning from the Bible" is a comprehensive exploration of Christian doctrine, offering an in-depth understanding of the essential teachings and principles of the faith. This extensive work is an invaluable resource for both seasoned theologians and those new to biblical study. In this meticulously crafted volume, readers will delve into the essence of Christianity, examining the dynamics of faith that form the bedrock of Christian belief. The book begins with a profound introduction to the core tenets of Christianity, laying a solid foundation for the intricate theological concepts that follow. The journey continues through the complex realm of biblical doctrine, where divine revelation, the process of inspiration, the inerrancy of Scripture, and the formation of the canon are examined with scholarly precision. Principles of biblical interpretation are explored in detail, providing readers with the tools to understand Scripture within its historical and cultural context. A significant portion of the book is dedicated to the Doctrine of God, delving into His identity, divine attributes, and the enigmatic nature of the Trinity. The book also illuminates God's law and His active role in the world, offering insightful perspectives on His interactions with humanity. The Doctrine of Christ receives thorough attention, exploring Christ's eternal existence, His miraculous birth, sinless nature, and the profound significance of the crucifixion, atonement, resurrection, and ascension. The ongoing role of Christ in heaven is also examined, highlighting His enduring influence in the Christian faith. The Holy Spirit's doctrine is not overlooked, with chapters dedicated to understanding His work, indwelling, and active role today. The Human Doctrine follows, offering an exploration of the creation of humanity, the concept of being made in God’s image, and the descent into sin. In the Doctrine of Redemption, readers will find an in-depth analysis of atonement, ransom, reconciliation, sanctification, and the multifaceted nature of salvation, including perspectives from Calvinism, Reformed Calvinism, and Arminianism. The book also ventures into Angelology, providing insights into the nature of angels and the roles of key archangels like Michael and Gabriel. The Doctrine of Satan and Demonology are addressed, shedding light on the essence, strategies, and realm of demonic forces. Ecclesiology is explored in depth, covering the origins, essence, and functions of the Church, the significance of church membership, and the dynamics of church leadership, along with an examination of first-century church administration as a model for today. Finally, the book culminates in a detailed study of Eschatology—the Doctrine of the End Times. This includes interpretations of prophecy, the signs of the end times, the Rapture, the Tribulation period, the Millennium, and the various divine judgments leading to eternal punishment or life. "CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY: The Christian's Ultimate Guide to Learning from the Bible" is a masterful blend of academic rigor and accessible writing, making it a must-have for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Christian theology and its profound implications on personal faith and practice.

Author : Ernst Troeltsch
Publisher : Fortress Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2024-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9798889831402

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Historicism and Its Problems by Ernst Troeltsch Pdf

In this volume, Ernst Troeltsch embraces historical relativity while rejecting historical relativism, and thereby provides a model for the philosophy of history. The volume remains as relevant as it was in 1923.

Author : W. Creighton Peden
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-16
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781443850179

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From Authority Religion to Spirit Religion by W. Creighton Peden Pdf

George Burman Foster (1857–1918) was a key figure among the philosophers and theologians who composed the early “Chicago School.” This volume makes available the development of Foster’s religious thought by exploring his major writings as well as diverse shorter works. Conclusions are provided following each major section of the book. Through this approach we discover that Foster was laying the foundation for the emergence of American humanism.

Author : David Carr
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : History
ISBN : 9780199377657

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Experience and History by David Carr Pdf

"Carr's purpose in his book is to outline a distinctively phenomenological approach to history. History is usually associated with social existence and its past, and thus his inquiry focuses on our experience of the social world and of its temporality. Experience in this context connotes not just observation but also involvement and interaction with it. Philosophers have asked both metaphysical and epistemological questions about history, and some of the best-known philosophies of history have resulted. The phenomenological approach proposed here is different but related to these traditional philosophical questions, and Carr focuses in some detail on how phenomenology may connect to them"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Gavin McGrath,W. C. Campbell-Jack
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 801 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-07-16
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780830898398

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New Dictionary of Christian Apologetics by Gavin McGrath,W. C. Campbell-Jack Pdf

The New Dictionary of Christian Apologetics is a must-have resource for professors and students, pastors and laypersons--in short, for any Christian who wishes to understand or develop a rational explanation of the Christian faith in the context of today's complex and ever-changing world. Packed with hundreds of articles that cover the key topics, historic figures and contemporary global issues relating to the study and practice of Christian apologetics, this handy one-volume resource will make an invaluable addition to any Christian library. Editors Gavin McGrath and W. C. Campbell-Jack, with consulting editor C. Stephen Evans, have divided the dictionary into two parts: Part one offers a series of introductory essays that set the framework for the dictionary. These essays examine the practice and importance of Christian apologetics in light of theological, historical and cultural concerns. Part two builds on these essays to present numerous alphabetized articles on individuals, ideas, movements and disciplines that are vital to a rational explanation of the Christian faith. Both essays and articles are written by leading Christian philosophers and theologians. Together, they form an indispensable resource for Christians living in today's pluralistic age.

Author : Michael Jinkins
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2004-08-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781134332250

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Christianity, Tolerance and Pluralism by Michael Jinkins Pdf

This book provides a sustained, critical and theological engagement with arguably the most crucial aspect of contemporary society - its diversity. The author finds in the social theory of Isaiah Berlin a number of fruitful ways to reframe the debate over these questions, and to contribute to a more positive conversation regarding our fundamental differences. The book focuses particularly on Berlin's critique of monism and idealistic utopianism, arguing that pluralism does not represent a failure in the nature of human society, but a superabundance of possibilities in a created world grounded in the character of God. Bringing Berlin's thought into conversation with other social theorists, philosophers and Christian theologians, the book provides leaders and members of faith communities with a viable model to move beyond tolerance as mere forbearance to a grace which consists of respect and radical acceptance of others.

Author : Paul F. Knitter
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1985-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608332021

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No Other Name? by Paul F. Knitter Pdf