Written in an accessible style that will appeal to christians of all denominations, knowing christ aims to. An introduction is internationally acknowledged to be among the leading. Oct 10, 2017 christian spirituality booksdiving into the depths of the godhead the collected works of st. This book ably and accurately provides information that will help. Includes a detailed guide to resources in spirituality available on the internet written by a leading theological educationalist in a clear and accessible manner encourages active engagement with primary sources through worked case studies. Includes a detailed guide to resources in spirituality available on the internetwritten by a leading theological educationalist in a. Alister mcgrath is an author i rely upon frequently for helping to teach theology. Includes a detailed guide to resources in spirituality available on the internet. The christian vision of god by alister mcgrath lincoln 2009. Alister mcgrath has long been a master at presenting christian theology with blessed clarity and depth, and this volume does not disappoint. An introduction is a work of prodigious learning and notable clarity. He has a broadbased, ecumenical approach useful and accessible to catholics and protestants.
It now features new and extended material and companion resources, ensuring it retains its. An introduction 9780631212812 by mcgrath, alister e. It builds on the huge success of earlier texts in the area of christian thought and practice by the same author, and is based on seven years experience of teaching its themes. Mcgrath and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Alister mcgrath, a widely acknowledged master of contemporary spirituality, has written a profound meditation on one of the most deceptively simplesounding tenets of the christian faith, the centrality of christ in the life of his followers, in knowing christ. This text fills the need for a clear, informative, helpful and wellwritten introduction to the exciting field of christian spirituality.
An introduction, second edition blackwell publishers, 1997 and the christian theology. Mcgrath it will truly alleviate you to be the first one reading this e book, by alister e. Alister e mcgrath this text meets the need for a clear, informative, helpful and wellwritten introduction to christian spirituality. Nonfiction, religion and spirituality submitted by. The convergence of spirituality and the natural sciences, in charles l. While several introductory books on christian spirituality can be found on my bookshelf, mcgraths book is, in my opinion, superior to them all. An christian spirituality by alister e mcgrath koorong. Spirituality is the outworking in the real life of a persons religious faithwhat a person does with what they believe mcgrath, christian spirituality, 2.
This text fills the need for a clear, informative, helpful an. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or. Mcgraths meditative book, illustrated with fine art paintings, treats. An introduction, one of the most internationallyacclaimed christian theology textbooks in use, has been completely rewritten for the 6th edition. Practical evangelical spirituality 9781573832656 by mcgrath, alister and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Evangelical theology and christian spirituality 9780664226657 by timothy george, alister e. The diversity of published books alone witnesses to the wide scope of interest. Christian spirituality booksdiving into the depths of the godhead the collected works of st. Heres a quick partial listing of what the book includes and how its structured.
In this flourishing religious marketplace a need exists for a thoughtful and discriminating explanation of the nature of christian spirituality. This magisterial opus at once biblical, clear, cogent, listenable, accessible, and practical summarizes the mature thought of one of the most important and original reformed theologians of the last 100 years. It now features new and extended material and companion resources, ensuring it retains its reputation as the ideal introduction for students. Oxford theologian mcgrath, whose recent in the beginning chronicled the history of the king james bible, offers here a personal look at his own spiritual. In contemporary society, christian spirituality is generally defined as a set of beliefs, values, and way of life that reflect the teachings of the bible, the holy book of christianity. The diversity of published books alone witnesses to the wide scope of interest, ranging from serious in. This book ably and accurately provides information that will help those unfamiliar with the christian tradition to engage with classical texts on spirituality. As many others have said i expect students to use mcgraths books of this kind at level one and would. Read christian spirituality an introduction by alister e.
Professor gabriel fackre, andover newton theological school, usa. From his books on various topics in theology historical theology, theology and science, etc. This particular book, christian spirituality, is broad introduction to the diverse strands of practice and belief in the history of christian spirituality. It introduces this area of christian theology as a serious and exciting field of study to those encountering it for the first time. Alister mcgrath, theologian at oxford university, is one of my constant and consistent references. The basics 2004, a brief history of heaven 2003, christian theology. It introduces this area of christian theology as a serious and exciting area of. Mcgrath is professor of historical theology at oxford university. Mcgrath discusses prayer, christian living, the church year, and other matters that form the basis of spirituality. Science and theology in an age of multiple rationalities ian ramsey centre studies in science and religion. The second portion of this book surveys spirituality from a historical perspective. As exactly what you could discover of this, by alister e.
Hollywood, professor of religion, dartmouth college, new hampshire this study really is an introduction and is well suited to the needs of undergraduate students in. It does not assume any particular theological background mcgrath introduces the theological underpinning as he develops the topics. Alister mcgrath lectures in christian doctrine and ethics at wycliffe hall, oxford, and is a research lecturer in theology for oxford university. Mcgrath this text fills the need for a clear, informative, helpful and wellwritten introduction to christian spirituality. Christian spirituality by alister mcgrath abebooks. Mcgrath, 9780631212812, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook. Mcgrath provides brief selections from various writers and then asks questions, encouraging the reader to reflect on the excerpt. Mcgrath offers complete coverage of the christian spiritual tradition, including catholicism, orthodoxy, protestantism and evangelicalism. Mcgrath provides an excellent introduction to and overview of christian spirituality from both a topical and an historical perspective. Few areas of religious appeal are expanding today as rapidly as the subject of spirituality. Loving god with heart and mind by alister mcgrath c.
An introduction 3rd edition 2001, the christian theology reader 2nd edition 2001, and. Much research has been devoted to this topic, ranging from practical to academic. Christian spirituality may be thus understood as the way in which christian individuals or groups aim to deepen their experience of god, or to practise the presence of god, to use a phrase especially associated with brother lawrence c. He is author of numerous books, including the journey, a passion for truth, and intellectuals dont need god and other modern myths. Mcgrath, 9780631212812, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. This text fills the need for a clear, informative, helpful and wellwritten introduction to christian spirituality. Alister mcgrath has written an excellent, helpful volume in this introduction text to christian systematic theology. Alister mcgrath here combines a mastery of the history of doctrine with his gift of communication to produce the finest university textbook available in this field.
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