Bøger i T&T Clark Studies in Systematic Theology serien

Steven J. Duby examines the doctrine of divine simplicity. This discussion is centered around the three distinguishing features: grounding in biblical exegesis, use of Thomas Aquinas and the Reformed Orthodox; and the writings of modern systematic and philosophical theologians.Duby outlines the general history of the Christian doctrine of divine simplicity and discusses the methodological traits and essential contents of the dogmatic account. He substantiates the claims of the doctrine of divine simplicity by demonstrating that they are implied and required by the scriptural account of God. Duby considers how simplicity is inferred from God''s singularity and aseity, as well as how it is inferred from God''s immutability and infinity, and the Christian doctrine of creation. The discussion ends with the response to major objections to simplicity, namely that the doctrine does not pay heed to the plurality of the divine attributes, that it eradicates God''s freedom in creating the world and acting toward us; and that it does not cohere with the personal distinctions to be made in the doctrine of the Trinity.

Offers a theological rationale for an exegetical possibility and enriches a dogmatic account of the humanity of the Christ. This book refutes the objection of Thomas Aquinas by demonstrating that faith is fitting for the incarnate Son. It also offers a theological ontology which affirms divine perfection and transcendence in qualitative fashion.

Schillebeeckx's theology is a reflection on the nature of God who is both creator and redeemer: his theology is a 'treatise' on the God who is God for humanity. This book interprets Schillebeeckx's theological anthropology by analysing his theology of revelation and grace, and by examining the Christological structure of his theology.

A study that challenges the classical view of Karl Barth's rejection of the Roman Catholic understanding of analogia entis. It opens up fresh avenues for ecumenical dialogue between Protestants and Roman Catholics.

A constructive essay in systematic theology focused on the doctrine of God, particularly God's wrath among his other attributes.

Argues that Pannenberg's doctrine of reconciliation at once marks out God's action in the world as the true Infinite and issues an invitation to consider how such a God extends himself in reconciling love to his creatures so that their finite creatureliness is at every turn affirmed and found to be in the end 'good'.

A fresh macroscopic look at Edwards describing his distinctive theology (divine communicativeness) and lifelong project (the interpretation of harmony).