Binding: Paperback
Description: This Very Short Introduction provides both the believer and non - believer with a balanced survey of the central questions of theology. David Ford's approach draws us in to considering the principles underlying religious belief including the centrality of salvation to most major religions the concept of God in ancient modern and postmodern contexts the challenge posed to theology by prayer and worship and the issue of sin and evil. He also probes the nature of experience knowledge and wisdom in theology and discusses what is involved in interpreting theological texts. In this new edition Ford considers the contemporary relevance of theology including the effect of globalization and digitized communication examines the theological responses to change and development in science considers the impact of increased engagement between Islam and the West and looks at the development and importance of theology between the different faiths. About THE Series: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket - sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Title: Theology: A Very Short Introduction
Author(s): Ford David (Regius Professor Of Divinity At The University Of Cambridge And Director Of The Cambridge Inter - Faith Programme)
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Barcode: 9780199679973
Pages: 208 Pages, 11 Black And White Illustrations
Publication Date: 1/1/2014
Series: Very Short Introductions
Category: Religious Life & Practice