An Introduction to Christianity [Englisch] [Taschenbuch]

"McGrath cannot be accused of ignoring the realities of the church context in which he writes. I believe that McGrath deserves the profound respect and admiration of his fellow Christian writers." " Linda Woodhead"

In this new textbook, one of the world's leading theological educationalists provides a comprehensive introduction to Christianity. Written in a clear and accessible style, An Introduction to Christianity will be essential reading for all who want to understand the dynamics of the world's most numerous religion.The book begins with an introduction to the biblical sources and discussion of the central figure of Jesus. The remaining three parts provide concise but comprehensive discussions of Christian theology, the history of Christianity from its origins to the present day, and Christianity in the modern world. Throughout, Alister McGrath treats Christianity as a way of life and not just a set of ideas. He avoids any form of denominational bias, and aims to give an accurate picture of the various Christian traditions in the modern world.

In this new textbook, one of the world's leading theological educationalists provides a comprehensive introduction to Christianity. Written in a clear and accessible style, An Introduction to Christianity will be essential reading for all who want to understand the dynamics of the world's most numerous religion.The book begins with an introduction to the biblical sources and discussion of the central figure of Jesus. The remaining three parts provide concise but comprehensive discussions of Christian theology, the history of Christianity from its origins to the present day, and Christianity in the modern world. Throughout, Alister McGrath treats Christianity as a way of life and not just a set of ideas. He avoids any form of denominational bias, and aims to give an accurate picture of the various Christian traditions in the modern world.

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In this new textbook one of the world´s leading theological educationalists provides a comprehensive introduction to Christianity. Written in a clear and accessible style, An Introduction to Christianity will be essential reading for all who want to understand the dynamics of the world´s most numerous religion. The book begins with an introduction to the biblical sources and discussion of the central figure of Jesus. The remaining three parts provide concise but comprehensive discussions of Christian theology, the history of Christianity from its origins to the present day, and Christianity in the modern world. Throughout, Alister McGrath treats Christianity as a way of life and not just a set of ideas. He avoids any form of denominational bias, and aims to give an accurate picture of the various Christian traditions in the modern world. Contents : Index of Study Panels. Index to Maps and Diagrams. Why Study Christianity? Introduction. How to Use this Book. Exploring Christianity from the Outside. Part I: Jesus of Nazareth: The Founder and the Sources: 1. The Christian Bible: An Introduction. 2. The Old Testament. 3. The New Testament. 4. The History of Jesus. 5. The Significance of Jesus: The New Testament. 6. The Significance of Jesus: The Christian Tradition. Part II: The Teachings of Christianity: 7. The Creeds of Christianity. 8. The Sources of Christian Teachings. 9. The Teachings of Christianity. Part III: The History of Christianity: 10. The Early Church to c.700. 11. The Middle Ages, c.700 - c.1500. 12. The Reformation of the Church 1500 - 1750. 13. Christianity in the West, 1750 to the Present. 14. The Rise of Christianity in the Developing World. Part IV: The Christian Way: 15. The Christian Life. 16. Modern Christianity: An Overview of its Forms. Christian Resources on the Internet. A Glossary of Technical Christian Terms. Further Reading. Software Packages Relating to the Study of Christianity. -- Dieser Text bezieht sich auf eine vergriffene oder nicht verfügbare Ausgabe dieses Titels.

In this new textbook, one of the world's leading theological educationalists provides a comprehensive introduction to Christianity. Written in a clear and accessible style, An Introduction to Christianity will be essential reading for all who want to understand the dynamics of the world's most numerous religion.

The book begins with an introduction to the biblical sources and discussion of the central figure of Jesus. The remaining three parts provide concise but comprehensive discussions of Christian theology, the history of Christianity from its origins to the present day, and Christianity in the modern world. Throughout, Alister McGrath treats Christianity as a way of life and not just a set of ideas. He avoids any form of denominational bias, and aims to give an accurate picture of the various Christian traditions in the modern world.

Alister McGrath ist Dekan des theologischen Seminars Wycliffe Hall an der Oxford University, wo er auch Geschichte der Theologie lehrt. Er studierte an den Universitäten von Oxford und Cambridge und war längere Zeit anglikanischer Pfarrer in Nottingham, ehe er als Professor an die Universität zurückkehrte.