Death in Second-Century Christian Thought

Death in Second-Century Christian Thought
Author: Jeremiah Mutie
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2015-03-24
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1498201652

Death in Second-Century Christian Thought explores how the meaning of death was conceptualized in this crucial period of the history of the church. Through an exploration of some key metaphors and other figures of speech that the early church used to talk about this interesting but difficult topic, the author argues that the early church selected, modified, and utilized existing views on the subject of death in order to offer a distinctively Christian view of death based on what they believed the word of God taught on the subject, particularly in light of the ongoing story of Jesus following his death-his burial and resurrection. In short, the book shows how Christians interacted with the views of death in late antiquity, coming up with their own distinctive view of death.

Death in Second-Century Christian Thought

Death in Second-Century Christian Thought
Author: Jeremiah Mutie
Publisher: James Clarke Company
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-07-30
Genre: Death
ISBN: 9780227175415

'Death in Second-Century Christian Thought' explores how the meaning of death was conceptualised in this crucial period of the history of the church. Through an exploration of key metaphors and other figures of speech that the early church used to talk about this fascinating and controversial topic, Jeremiah Mutie argues that the church fathers selected, adapted and exploited existing pagan ideas about the subject of death in order to offer a distinctively Christian view based on Biblical texts. The death, burial and resurrection of Jesus were critical to this development, as was the Christian promise of eternal life. In this erudite book, Mutie shows how Christians engaged with the views of death in late antiquity, coming up with their own characteristic belief in life after death.

Death in Second-Century Christian Thought

Death in Second-Century Christian Thought
Author: Jeremiah Mutie
Publisher: Pickwick Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-03-24
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781498227353

Death in Second-Century Christian Thought explores how the meaning of death was conceptualized in this crucial period of the history of the church. Through an exploration of some key metaphors and other figures of speech that the early church used to talk about this interesting but difficult topic, the author argues that the early church selected, modified, and utilized existing views on the subject of death in order to offer a distinctively Christian view of death based on what they believed the word of God taught on the subject, particularly in light of the ongoing story of Jesus following his death-his burial and resurrection. In short, the book shows how Christians interacted with the views of death in late antiquity, coming up with their own distinctive view of death.

By Man Shall His Blood Be Shed

By Man Shall His Blood Be Shed
Author: Edward Feser
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Total Pages: 426
Release: 2017-05-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1681497689

The Catholic Church has in recent decades been associated with political efforts to eliminate the death penalty. It was not always so. This timely work reviews and explains the Catholic Tradition regarding the death penalty, demonstrating that it is not inherently evil and that it can be reserved as a just form of punishment in certain cases. Drawing upon a wealth of philosophical, scriptural, theological, and social scientific arguments, the authors explain the perennial teaching of the Church that capital punishment can in principle be legitimate—not only to protect society from immediate physical danger, but also to administer retributive justice and to deter capital crimes. The authors also show how some recent statements of Church leaders in opposition to the death penalty are prudential judgments rather than dogma. They reaffirm that Catholics may, in good conscience, disagree about the application of the death penalty. Some arguments against the death penalty falsely suggest that there has been a rupture in the Church's traditional teaching and thereby inadvertently cast doubt on the reliability of the Magisterium. Yet, as the authors demonstrate, the Church's traditional teaching is a safeguard to society, because the just use of the death penalty can be used to protect the lives of the innocent, inculcate a horror of murder, and affirm the dignity of human beings as free and rational creatures who must be held responsible for their actions. By Man Shall His Blood Be Shed challenges contemporary Catholics to engage with Scripture, Tradition, natural law, and the actual social scientific evidence in order to undertake a thoughtful analysis of the current debate about the death penalty.

Soul Sleep: An Unbiblical Doctrine

Soul Sleep: An Unbiblical Doctrine
Author: Hiram R. Diaz III
Publisher: Scripturalist Publications
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2019-02-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1795751495

Is the doctrine of Soul Sleep based on a literal interpretation of the imagery of sleep, as its teachers claim? To answer this, we must look to the Bible and find out what it teaches about literal sleep, what its effects are, and whether or not it is a state of absolute unconsciousness. Soul Sleep: An Unbiblical Doctrine examines the Bible's presentations of literal sleep and finds that a literal understanding of literal sleep in no way supports the idea that those who sleep are absolutely unconscious. And since the Bible in no way depicts literal sleep as a state of absolute unconsciousness, soul sleep advocates cannot claim they base their doctrine on a literal understanding of the imagery of sleep.

THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF CHRISTIAN APOLOGETICS

THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF CHRISTIAN APOLOGETICS
Author: Edward D. Anddrews
Publisher: Christian Publishing House
Total Pages: 670
Release: 2024-10-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

The Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics is an essential resource for anyone seeking to defend the Christian faith with clarity and confidence. This comprehensive volume offers in-depth explanations of key topics and arguments within the field of apologetics, making it an invaluable tool for pastors, teachers, students, and laypeople alike. Organized alphabetically for easy reference, each entry addresses significant theological issues, common objections, and the core truths of Christianity. Whether you're responding to questions about the existence of God, the reliability of Scripture, or contemporary challenges such as atheism and moral relativism, this encyclopedia provides biblically grounded, logically sound, and practically applicable answers. With over 220 books authored, Edward D. Andrews draws from his extensive experience and study to offer readers well-researched and scripturally supported content. The Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics not only equips you to answer critics but also deepens your understanding of the Christian worldview and strengthens your faith. In a world where questions about faith and truth are more pressing than ever, this encyclopedia is a trusted guide to help you stand firm in the truth and proclaim the gospel boldly.

The Oxford Handbook of Mary

The Oxford Handbook of Mary
Author: Chris Maunder
Publisher:
Total Pages: 723
Release: 2019
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0198792557

The Oxford Handbook of Mary offers an interdisciplinary guide to Marian Studies, including chapters on textual, literary, and media analysis; theology; Church history; art history; studies on devotion in a variety of forms; cultural history; folk tradition; gender analysis; apparitions and apocalypticism. Featuring contributions from a distinguished group of international scholars, the Handbook looks at both Eastern and Western perspectives and attempts to correct imbalance in previous books on Mary towards the West. The volume also considers Mary in Islam and pilgrimages shared by Christian, Muslim, and Jewish adherents. While Mary can be a source of theological disagreement, this authoritative collection shows Mary's rich potential for inter-faith and inter-denominational dialogue and shared experience. It covers a diverse number of topics that show how Mary and Mariology are articulated within ecclesiastical contexts but also on their margins in popular devotion. Newly-commissioned essays describe some of the central ideas of Christian Marian thought, while also challenging popularly-held notions. This invaluable reference for students and scholars illustrates the current state of play in Marian Studies as it is done across the world.

The Routledge Companion to Early Christian Thought

The Routledge Companion to Early Christian Thought
Author: D. Jeffrey Bingham
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 360
Release: 2009-12-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 1135193436

The shape and course which Christian thought has taken over its history is largely due to the contributions of individuals and communities in the second and third centuries. Bringing together a remarkable team of distinguished scholars, The Routledge Companion to Early Christian Thought is the ideal companion for those seeking to understand the way in which Early Christian thought developed within its broader cultural milieu and was communicated through its literature, especially as it was directed toward theological concerns. Divided into three parts, the Companion: asks how Christianity's development was impacted by its interaction with cultural, philosophical, and religious elements within the broader context of the second and third centuries. examines the way in which Early Christian thought was manifest in key individuals and literature in these centuries. analyses Early Christian thought as it was directed toward theological concerns such as God, Christ, Redemption, Scripture, and the community and its worship.