The Cambridge companion to Christian doctrine

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The apostle Paul has been justifiably described as the first and greatest Christian theologian. His letters were among the earliest documents to be included in the New Testament and, as such, they shaped Christian thinking from the beginning. As a missionary, theologian and pastor Paul's own wrestling with theological and ethical questions of his day is paradigmatic for Christian theology, not least for Christianity's own identity and continuing relationship with Judaism. The Cambridge Companion to St Paul provides an important assessment of this apostle and a fresh appreciation of his continuing significance today. With eighteen chapters written by a team of leading international specialists on Paul, the Companion provides a sympathetic and critical overview of the apostle, covering his life and work, his letters and his theology. The volume will provide an invaluable starting point and helpful cross check for subsequent studies. Notes on contributors Preface Glossary Chronology Part I. Christian Doctrine in the Late Twentieth Century: the Historical and Intellectual Context: 1. Historical and systematic theology Colin Gunton 2. On doctrine and ethics Stanley Hauerwas 3. The basis and authority of doctrine Gerard Loughlin 4. The scope of hermeneutics Francis Watson 5. Christ and the cultures: the Jewish people and Christian theology Bruce Marshall 6. Christ and the cultures: Christianity and the arts Jeremy Begbie Part II. The Content of Christian Doctrine: 7. The triune God Ralph Del Colle 8. The doctrine of creation Colin Gunton 9. Human being, individual and social Kevin Vanhoozer 10. Redemption and fall Trevor Hart 11. The church and the sacraments Robert W. Jenson 12. Eschatology David Fergusson 13. Jesus Christ Kathryn Tanner The Holy Spirit Geoffrey Wainwright Index.