The Trinity: A Guide for the Perplexed (Guides for the Perplexed) - Hardcover

Collins, Rev Dr Paul M.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0567031845 ISBN 13: 9780567031846

Publisher: T.& T.Clark Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

The Trinity is a core area of Christian belief. This "Guide of the Perplexed" offers a complete overview of the theological history of the concept of the Trinity as well as new insights.Although the doctrine of the Trinity is a core Christian belief it remains contested in terms of how it is conceptualised and expressed. This essential "Guide for the Perplexed" expounds different conceptual models and the technical language used to express these models. It examines attempts to 'apply' the doctrine in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, e.g. in relation to ecumenical dialogue, with its main approach focusing on hermeneutics and ontology of relationality. Providing a complete overview, as well as new insights into the area, "Trinity: A Guide for the Perplexed" is an essential read for students of Christian Theology.Continuum's "Guides for the Perplexed" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging - or indeed downright bewildering. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to grasp, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material.

About this title

About the Author

Revd Dr Paul M. Collins, formerly Reader in Theology at the University of Chichester, Parish Priest on Holy Island, Northumberland, England.

Edition details

• Publisher: T.& T.Clark Ltd
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0567031845
• ISBN 13: 9780567031846
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 176