In Adam's Fall: A Meditation on the Christian Doctrine of Original Sin

In Adam's Fall: A Meditation on the Christian Doctrine of Original Sin
ISBN-10
1444351656
ISBN-13
9781444351651
Category
Religion
Pages
256
Language
English
Published
2011-06-24
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Author
Ian A. McFarland

Description

This engaging and scholarly book offers refreshingly original insights into the contemporary relevance of the Christian doctrine of original sin – one that has inspired fierce debate for the last two millennia. Challenges the many prevailing opinions about the Christian doctrine of original sin, arguing that it is not only theological defensible, but stimulating and productive for a life of faith Shows how it is possible to affirm the universality of sin without losing sight of the distinct ways in which individuals both participate in and suffer the consequences of sinful behavior Balances historic and contemporary criticism with original theological arguments; combining the substance of a traditional Augustinian doctrine of sin with the pastoral and social concerns of contemporary contextual theologies Provides a depth and range of engagement with contemporary criticism of traditional doctrine that is lacking in other recent treatments of the topic

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