ISBN: 9781332972913 - some reflections, by way of dialogue: on the nature of original sin, baptismal regeneration, repentance, the new birth, faith, justification, ... of the spirit of god (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book investigates how the doctrine of Original Sin has been variously understood by theologians throughout Christian history, from its earliest formulations by the Church Fathers through the Reformation to its later reinterpretations by modern scholars. The author shows that while the idea of inherent human fallenness has been a constant theme in Christian thought, its meaning and implications have been hotly contested. The book examines the different ways in which Original Sin has been defined and explained, from the Augustinian view of it as a total depravity of human nature to the more nuanced views of later theologians who saw it as a diminished capacity for good. It also explores the relationship between Original Sin and other Christian doctrines, such as the Incarnation, the Atonement, and salvation. The author argues that the doctrine of Original Sin is a complex and multifaceted one that has played a central role in the development of Christian thought and that it continues to be a source of both fascination and controversy today. 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. …