This work investigates the theological significance of the Incarnation, Passion, and Resurrection of Christ through the lens of Hans Urs von Balthasar’s mystical theology. John Saward, a theologian and scholar, utilizes Balthasar’s extensive body of work to bridge the gap between academic theology and spiritual mysticism. The book argues that the events of March—specifically the period of Holy Saturday—provide a central framework for understanding the Christian faith and addressing contemporary theological debates.

The subject matter points to a dense, specialist text intended for readers familiar with systematic theology and the works of Hans Urs von Balthasar. The framing suggests an accessible entry point for those seeking to understand how Balthasar’s unique synthesis of mysticism and dogma informs contemporary Christian thought.