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Author: Paul Hedges
Publisher: Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 321
ISBN-13: 0334041155
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA reader designed to work on courses concerned with World Religions, Interfaith Dialogue and Interfaith Encounter.
Author: Paul Hedges
Publisher: SCM Press
Published: 2013-02-11
Total Pages: 352
ISBN-13: 0334048273
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe textbook begins with a chapter on exclusivism, inclusivism, particularity and pluralism, and one on interfaith. Each chapter explains the history, rationale and workings of the various approaches. Moreover, each is divided into sub-sections dealing with various forms of each approach, so that each may be appreciated in its individuality, i.e. the chapter on 'Inclusivism' will include sections on 'fulfilment theology' 'anonymous Christians', etc.The second part of this textbook deals with attitudes towards different faiths, considering the problems and relations that exist with Christian approaches to each. It will deal with the world's major faiths as well as primal religions and new religious movements. The introduction and conclusion will deal with some central themes that run throughout, in particular, the questions of the Trinity and concepts of salvation. In each section reference will be made to the key texts discussed in the Reader which accompanies this(9780334041155), however, the work may be read as a stand alone text.
Author: Cynthia M. Campbell
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 132
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn A Multitude of Blessings, Cynthia Campbell clearly and engagingly explores the ancient but timely issue of religious diversity, drawing on both biblical and theological sources. Analyzing Old Testament texts, she provides a close reading of several key passages that express God's steadfast love for humankind and show that diversity is part of God's overall plan for human culture. In the New Testament, she turns to several influential texts and familiar passages to which Christians have often pointed as proof of the exclusive truth or superiority of Christianity over other religious traditions. By putting these texts in their respective contexts and by examining the roles of religious "others" in the New Testament, Campbell demonstrates that God's grace extends far beyond a chosen people and that knowledge of God is not limited to Christian believers. Campbell ultimately affirms that religious diversity is part of God's providential care for humankind. Therefore, she urges Christians to be modest in their claims to truth, to be open to interfaith dialogue, and to work with others for justice and peace.
Author: Zondervan,
Publisher: Zondervan Academic
Published: 2010-09-21
Total Pages: 292
ISBN-13: 0310872383
DOWNLOAD EBOOKReligious pluralism is the greatest challenge facing Christianity in today's Western culture. The belief that Christ is the only way to God is being challenged, and increasingly Christianity is seen as just one among many valid paths to God. In Four Views on Salvation in a Pluralistic World, four perspectives are presented by their major proponents: Normative Pluralism: All ethical religions lead to God (John Hick) Inclusivism: Salvation is universally available, but is established by and leads to Christ (Clark Pinnock) Salvation in Christ: Agnosticism regarding those who haven't heard the gospel (Alister McGrath) Salvation in Christ Alone: Salvation depends on explicit personal faith in Jesus Christ alone (R. Douglas Geivett and W. Gary Phillips) This book allows each contributor to not only present the case for his view, but also to critique and respond to the critiques of the other contributors. The Counterpoints series presents a comparison and critique of scholarly views on topics important to Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of the biblical text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows readers to evaluate the different positions on a specific issue and form their own, educated opinion.
Author: Paula Fredriksen
Publisher: Yale University Press
Published: 2008-10-01
Total Pages: 286
ISBN-13: 0300164106
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Magisterial. . . . A learned, brilliant and enjoyable study."—Géza Vermès, Times Literary Supplement In this exciting book, Paula Fredriksen explains the variety of New Testament images of Jesus by exploring the ways that the new Christian communities interpreted his mission and message in light of the delay of the Kingdom he had preached. This edition includes an introduction reviews the most recent scholarship on Jesus and its implications for both history and theology. "Brilliant and lucidly written, full of original and fascinating insights."—Reginald H. Fuller, Journal of the American Academy of Religion "This is a first-rate work of a first-rate historian."—James D. Tabor, Journal of Religion "Fredriksen confronts her documents—principally the writings of the New Testament—as an archaeologist would an especially rich complex site. With great care she distinguishes the literary images from historical fact. As she does so, she explains the images of Jesus in terms of the strategies and purposes of the writers Paul, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John."—Thomas D’Evelyn, Christian Science Monitor
Author: Carl F. Hallencreutz
Publisher:
Published: 1970
Total Pages: 106
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Melchizedec Thomas Thangaraj
Publisher:
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 112
ISBN-13: 9780687051397
DOWNLOAD EBOOKM. Thomas Thangaraj appeals to American Christians to focus more on the similarities between Christians and devotees of other religions than on the differences.
Author: Paul D Numrich
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 2009-08-13
Total Pages: 185
ISBN-13: 0199888965
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe religious landscape of the United States has changed dramatically in recent decades. How are Christians relating to their Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim, and other new religious neighbors? Using local examples, The Faith Next Door covers the gamut of Christian responses to America's multireligious reality. The book also examines how the events of September 11, 2001 have shaped Christian approaches to believers from other faiths, from engaging in dialogue to hoping for conversion. Here Christian theology meets the multireligious real world, with multiple results suggestive of national trends. The Faith Next Door will appeal to Christians from all denominations and perspectives who seek models for relationships in the diverse contemporary context. It will also inform non-Christian readers and general observers of trends in American religion about the variety of local Christian responses to other religions.
Author: E. C. Dewick
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2011-06-09
Total Pages: 233
ISBN-13: 0521242606
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFirst published in 1953, these Hulsean Lectures review the policy and methods of Christian missions to non-Christians.
Author: Paul Hedges
Publisher: SCM Press
Published: 2013-01-03
Total Pages: 297
ISBN-13: 0334047668
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA challenging controversial discussion of the current state of the debate about Christianity and other world faiths.
