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Jacob Arminius (1559-1609) is one of the few theologians in the history of Christianity who has lent his name to a significant theological movement. The dissemination of his thought throughout Europe, Great Britain, and North America, along with the appeal of his ideas in current Protestant evangelical spheres (whether rightly understood or misunderstood), continue to attract both scholarly and popular attention. Keith D. Stanglin and Thomas H. McCall's Jacob Arminius offers a constructive synthesis of the current state of Arminius studies. There is a chasm separating technical, scholarly discussions of Arminius and popular-level appeals to his thought. The authors seek to bridge the scholarly and general discussions, providing an account based on interaction with all the primary sources and latest secondary research that will be helpful to the scholar as well as comprehensible and relevant to the undergraduate student.
This work investigates the historical and theological legacy of Jacob Arminius to clarify his actual contributions to Christian thought versus common misconceptions. Authors Keith D. Stanglin and Thomas H. McCall utilize their expertise in historical theology to synthesize primary source documents and contemporary research. They aim to bridge the gap between academic discourse and popular understanding, providing a comprehensive framework for evaluating Arminianism within its original context and its modern evangelical applications.
What You Will Find
Experts and scholars recognize this text as a vital resource for reconciling historical accuracy with modern theological debates. Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose, which makes complex historical arguments accessible to both undergraduate students and seasoned theologians.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
2012-10-22
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199755663
ISBN-13:
9780199755660
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