From original sin to eternal life, the function of prayer to the role of the church, renowned theologian Keith Ward offers a comprehensive survey of the diversity of Christian thinking in this introduction to the world’s largest faith. By presenting three different interpretations for over fifteen key doctrines, he invites anyone interested in the contemporary spiritual landscape to consider the Christian faith from a new and refreshing perspective.
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From original sin to eternal life, renowned theologian Keith Ward introduces the Christian Faith and systematically compares its many different denominations.
With over two billion adherents worldwide, Christianity is the world’s largest religion. However, with a multitude of denominations, and a huge variety of opinions on many of its central tenets, it can be difficult to obtain a balanced overview of the faith. Renowned theologian and bestselling author Keith Ward draws from his vast array of experience and knowledge to provide a unique and authoritative introduction for those seeking a deeper understanding of this complex faith. Examining differing Christian perspectives on fifteen major themes ranging from Creation to conceptions of the Trinity, Christianity: A Beginner’s Guide will inform and challenge both Christians and nonbelievers alike.
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"[This] book is well ordered and clearly written and will quickly become a standard textbook."
The only introduction to Christianity which systematically compares its many different faces.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781851685394
Publisert
2007-11-30
Utgiver
Vendor
Oneworld Publications
Vekt
227 gr
Høyde
198 mm
Bredde
129 mm
Dybde
15 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
208

Forfatter

Om bidragsyterne

Keith Ward is Professor of Divinity, Gresham College, London and Regius Professor of Divinity, Emeritus, of the University of Oxford. He is author of the best-selling /God: A Guide for the Perplexed/, also published by Oneworld.