Langford, Michael J., 1931-,

The tradition of liberal theology / Michael J. Langford. - viii, 166 páginas ; 23 centímetros

Incluye referencias bibliográficas e índice.

The meaning of the term "liberal theology" -- Eleven typical characteristics of the liberal tradition in theology. Introduction -- A use of the Bible that is not always literal -- Reason and revelation in harmony -- A nonlegalist account of redemption -- The possibility of salvation outside a narrow path -- Toleration -- Original sin, but not original guilt -- Belief in free will -- A view of providence that respects the integrity of the natural order -- The joint need of faith and works -- A minimal number of basic teachings -- A range of acceptable lifestyles -- A liberal approach to miracles -- Thirteen key figures in the liberal Christian tradition. Introduction -- Justin Martyr -- Origen -- Peter Abelard -- Sebastian Castellio -- Elizabeth I -- Richard Hooker -- William Chillingworth -- John Smith -- Jeremy Taylor -- Hannah Barnard -- J.F.D. Maurice -- Joseph Lightfoot -- Frederick Temple -- Twentieth-century themes -- Some alternatives to liberal Christian theology. Introduction -- Conservative forms of Christianity -- Fundamentalism -- Magisterium -- Dialectical theology -- Materialism -- The doctrine of the Trinity -- Some typical issues with respect to other religious traditions.



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Historia de la Iglesia.
Liberalismo (Religion)--Historia.

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