A vivid, deeply researched biography of a towering 19th-century scholar. This engaging study follows Philip Schaff from his Swiss roots through a life spent shaping church history, theology, and transatlantic dialogue, offering context for his work and the times that formed him.
Authored by his son, the book blends personal detail with scholarly breadth. It traces Schaff’s travels, teaching, and influential roles in Mercersburg, New York, and beyond, highlighting his efforts to bridge German and American theological traditions and his commitments to church unions and biblical scholarship.
Readers will meet the man behind the writings—the friendships, the debates, and the moments that defined a career devoted to understanding the church’s past to illuminate its present.
Ideal for readers of scholarly biographies, church history, and American religious life in the 19th century.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This biography chronicles the life of renowned theologian Philip Schaff, a scholar whose writings continue to have a significant impact on Christian theology. Born in Switzerland, Schaff received his theological training in Germany under the influence of notable scholars such as Neander, Tholuck, and Baur. Upon his arrival in America, he became a leading figure in the Mercersburg Theological Seminary and played a key role in promoting German theology in the United States. Schaff's extensive travels and ecumenical endeavors contributed to his broad understanding of Christianity and helped shape his perspective on the need for Christian unity. This insightful biography explores the intellectual journey of a remarkable theologian whose work continues to shape contemporary Christian thought. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332434268_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332434268
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