Christian Tradition Today
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Holy Living
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Author : Rowan Williams
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2017-09-21
Holy Living written by Rowan Williams and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-21 with Religion categories.
Apart from being a scholar and theologian, Rowan Williams has also demonstrated a rare gift for speaking and writing plainly and clearly about essentials of the Christian faith. In the chapters of this book he writes with profound perception about the life of holiness to which we are called. The range of Williams' frame of reference is astonishing – he brings poets and theologians to his aid, he writes about the Rule of St Benedict, the Bible, Icons, contemplation, St Teresa of Avila and even R. D. Laing. He concludes with two chapters on the injunction 'Know Thyself' in a Christian context. Throughout, Williams points out that holiness is a state of being – it is he writes 'completely undemonstrative and lacking any system of expertise. It can never be dissected and analysed.'
Christian Tradition Today
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Author : Jeffrey C. K. Goh
language : en
Publisher: Peeters Publishers
Release Date : 2000
Christian Tradition Today written by Jeffrey C. K. Goh and has been published by Peeters Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This study critically examines the postliberal project, with special reference to George Lindbeck, the "founding father" of postliberalism. In an age of profound cultural change, is it feasible to locate the future of the Church and of the world on a consensus-building hermeneutic that dwells in the particularity of the Christian Scripture as its exclusive home? Seeing the theological task as a hermeneutical task founded upon the premise that truth is revealed in a dialectical way, the author provides an intelligible framework for dialogue with the postliberal school of thought. This dialogue, he argues, is ultimately determined by the overarching question of what it means to be Church. Towards a critical synthesis of the ecclesiological impact of this dialogue, the author offers a tightly argued and informative discussion on five pairs of key concepts: tradition and authority, Bible and de-Christianization, hermeneutics and revelation, religion and experience, doctrine and truth.
Interrupting Tradition
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Author : Lieven Boeve
language : en
Publisher: College Prowler, Inc
Release Date : 2003
Interrupting Tradition written by Lieven Boeve and has been published by College Prowler, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Not so long ago it would have been fair to say that the Catholic Church and the Catholic faith determined human life and social existence, more or less unquestioned, in Flanders and in a large part of Western Europe. The Catholic faith community in Flanders today, however, is struggling with the fact that the transmission of the Christian tradition has been flagging in recent years. This has not only led to diminished faith engagement and a massive decline in church attendance, it has also had its effects in the cultural domain: culture has become de-traditionalised; 'traditional' Christian culture is worn out. Even convinced Christians are having problems reflecting on the plausibility of their faith, precisely because of the chasm that has opened up between faith and culture. The author of the present study argues that every new context challenges the Christian tradition to recontextualise its presentation of meaning and purpose in a cogent and credible fashion. Christians today do themselves a disservice when they withdraw into a world of absolute self-justification. At the same time, however, the author avoids any form of appeal for an extensive adaptation to the postmodern context. Only a new dialogue between tradition and culture, respectful of (and indeed thanks to) the growing division between both, can claim to offer a future. In the first part of the book the author provides a pithy description of the vicissitudes of the Christian tradition in modernity and postmodernity. Against this background, he attempts to clarify the situation in which the Christian tradition finds itself today. The second part of the book is devoted to an analysis of the actual context with a view to establishing points of intersection on the basis of which the dialogue between faith and culture may be revivified. The third part of the book endeavours to provide this dialogue with concrete form. The reader is introduced to a challenging image of Jesus, an image that is contextual and theologically motivated, prior to being invited by the author into a reopened reflection on God. The volume concludes by drawing renewed attention to the place of the Christian faith in relation to the other world religions. The results of Boeve's study reveal that Christians do indeed have the capacity to reflect on their faith in a credible and relevant manner in relation to the actual context in which they find themselves and without relapsing into the extremes of traditionalism or relativism. Lieven Boeve is professor of Fundamental Theology at the Faculty of Theology, K.U.Leuven (Belgium). He is also co-ordinator of the research group Theology in a postmodern context.
The Concise Dictionary Of The Christian Tradition
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Author : J. D. Douglas
language : en
Publisher: Zondervan
Release Date : 2023-09-05
The Concise Dictionary Of The Christian Tradition written by J. D. Douglas and has been published by Zondervan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-09-05 with Religion categories.
In this single volume you will find nearly three-and-a-half thousand terms and names from the history, teachings, and liturgy of the church. Terms and names that are difficult to find in standard dictionaries Brief definitions and descriptions for quick reference Names and terms from the history of the church in its various expressions Concepts and terms related to the teachings of the church Terms connected with the Protestant, Roman Catholic, and Orthodox liturgies This indispensable reference work is for anyone who wants quick access to information that is sometimes difficult to find, even in a well-stocked library. The perfect single-volume reference for the layperson, students, pastors, and teachers.
Mary In The Christian Tradition
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Author : Kathleen Coyle
language : en
Publisher: Gracewing Publishing
Release Date : 1996
Mary In The Christian Tradition written by Kathleen Coyle and has been published by Gracewing Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Religion categories.
Sr. Kathleen searches for and develops a Marian theology very much in tune with today's issues and attitudes. She reflects on Marian symbols and traditional images hoping the Church can reclaim Mary as a woman of faith, a model disciple, proclaiming a song of liberation for the poor and oppressed of our world today.
Streams Of Living Water
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Author : Richard J. Foster
language : en
Publisher: Harper Collins
Release Date : 2010-10-12
Streams Of Living Water written by Richard J. Foster and has been published by Harper Collins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-10-12 with Religion categories.
The author of the bestselling celebration of discipline explores the great traditions of Christian spirituality and their role in spiritual renewal today. In this landmark work, Foster examines the "streams of living water" –– the six dimensions of faith and practice that define Christian tradition. He lifts up the enduring character of each tradition and shows how a variety of practices, from individual study and retreat to disciplines of service and community, are all essential elements of growth and maturity. Foster examines the unique contributions of each of these traditions and offers as examples the inspiring stories of faithful people whose lives defined each of these "streams."
The Cross In Christian Tradition
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Author : Elizabeth Dreyer
language : en
Publisher: Paulist Press
Release Date : 2000
The Cross In Christian Tradition written by Elizabeth Dreyer and has been published by Paulist Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Religion categories.
For the past two thousand years, the cross has been a powerful symbol of the Christian faith and an anchor of its symbol system. In this volume, a group of distinguished scholars delves into the theologies and spiritualities of the cross at select moments in the tradition. They examine biblical texts and commentaries, lectionaries, liturgical poetry, sermons, and theological spiritual treatises in: Paul, the early liturgy, Origen, Augustine and Bonaventure. Each chapter provides a window into how particular contexts influenced the interpretation of the cross and how the cross functioned in each unique historical moment. Originally presented at Saint Mary's College, these papers offer a fresh and distinctive approach to the literature on the cross. The authors' historical perspective points to the tradition as a transforming agent for theology and spirituality today. Contributors: - Elizabeth A. Dreyer - Jerome Murphy-O'Connor - Nathan D. Mitchell - Peter J. Gorday - John Cavadini Here is a book that will interest liturgists and Christian educators, university and seminary students and members of religious orders. Although scholarly in tone, can be read with profit by adult educated Christians as well. +
Patterns Of Faith In America Today
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Author : Jewish Theological Seminary of America. Institute for Religious and Social Studies
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1957
Patterns Of Faith In America Today written by Jewish Theological Seminary of America. Institute for Religious and Social Studies and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1957 with Religion categories.
"A symposium based on lectures given at the institute ... during the winter of 1954-1955." Includes bibliographies. Classical Protestantism, by R.M. Brown.--Liberal Protestantism, by E.E. Aubrey.--Roman Catholicism, by C. Donahue.--Judaism, by S. Greenberg.--Naturalistic humanism, by J.H. Randall, Jr.
Tradition Old And New
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Author : Frederick Fyvie Bruce
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1970
Tradition Old And New written by Frederick Fyvie Bruce and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1970 with Tradition (Theology) categories.
Tradition is a notoriously bad master, but it can be a useful servant. In this book Professor Bruce traces the development of Christian tradition through the last 2,000 years and examines its special relevance to Christian thought today. "Hold fast to the traditions," wrote Paul to the Christians in Corinth. Yet some would regard complete freedom from any kind of tradition as the sign of spiritual maturity and emancipation. That is because of the mistaken idea that tradition is always bad, and this book is a valuable corrective of that idea. In it Professor Bruce examines the part that tradition has played in biblical interpretation, in theology, in creeds, in Christian education, and particularly in church life and organization, beginning with the ancient Jewish "Tradition of the Elders" down to the present day. He shows how even in quarters that profess to have discarded tradition, and whose very position is based on their declared freedom from it, that very fact can become a tradition in itself. In a final chapter Professor Bruce shows the relevance of different streams of tradition in the dialogue between Christians in the present day. - Back cover.
Her Story
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Author : Barbara J. MacHaffie
language : en
Publisher: Fortress Press
Release Date : 2006
Her Story written by Barbara J. MacHaffie and has been published by Fortress Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Religion categories.
The Bible has been written, translated, and interpreted for centuries by men in cultures that were patriarchal. In patriarchy, women are subordinated within the gradations of a hierarchical society. Material on women, therefore has often been misinterpreted or overlooked. In some instances, generic nouns and pronouns in the original languages have been translated into English as masculine words. A careful textual study must be made using all the available tools of biblical scholarship. An accurate understanding of the meaning of words must be sought. Also, readers must try to discern the intentions of the author and try to gain a knowledge of the historical and social background of the biblical material. The demands of God must be distinguished from the demands of a particular culture. The bible as a whole makes it clear that God's people are to bring justice and wholeness to all human beings. the injunctions that degrade women do not provide principles valid for every age of Christianity but instead reflect cultural situations in which men related to women through dominance. The standard for the Christian community today should be the glimmers of female dignity and leadership that shine through the pages of the Bible.