T&T Clark Companion to the Doctrine of Sin

by Keith L. Johnson (Editor), David Lauber (Editor)

Overview

The T&T Clark Companion to the Doctrine of Sin provides a comprehensive treatment of the doctrine of sin. The Companion includes an examination of the biblical and rabbinic accounts of sin, and it provides accounts of sin and its effects offered by key theologians throughout Christian history. It also explores debates surrounding the implications of sin for various doctrines, including God, creation, anthropology, and salvation. The book is comprised of 30 major essays that provide an unparalleled examination of the key texts, figures, and debates relevant to the Christian tradition's discussion of the doctrine of sin. The Companion is unique in that every essay seeks to both appropriate and further stimulate the church's understanding of sin and its implications for the whole of the church's dogmatic tradition.

The essays are divided into three sections: (1) Biblical Background; (2) Major Figures and Traditions; and (3) Dogmatic Concerns. The first set of essays explores the biblical and rabbinic accounts of sin to bring out the complexities of the biblical presentation and its implications. The second section discusses the role of the doctrine of sin in the theology of key theologians with a special attention to explaining how the doctrine contributes to an understanding of their overall theology. The final section explores key dogmatic questions and concerns related to the doctrine of sin (e.g. original sin, sin and the question of evil and providence, sin and the freedom of the will).

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780567451156
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	06/16/2016
Series:	Bloomsbury Companions
Pages:	488
Product dimensions:	6.40(w) x 9.50(h) x 1.80(d)

About the Author

Keith L. Johnson holds a PhD from Princeton Theological Seminary and is Assistant Professor of Theology at Wheaton College, USA.

David Lauber is Associate Professor of Theology at Wheaton College, USA

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements
List of Abbreviations
List of Authors
MAJOR ESSAYS
Introduction - Keith L. Johnson and David Lauber, Wheaton College, USA
PART I: BIBLICAL BACKGROUND
1. Pentateuch - Jay Sklar, Covenant Seminary, Canada
2. Prophets - Mark J. Boda, McMaster Divinity College, Canada
3. Writings - Christopher Ansberry, Oak Hill College, UK
4. Synoptic Gospels - Clifton Black, Princeton Theological Seminary, USA
5. The Gospel and Epistles of John - Gary M. Burge, Wheaton College, USA
6. Paul - Timothy Gombis, Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, USA
7. Hebrews and the General Epistles, David M. Moffitt, University of St Andrews, UK
PART II: HISTORICAL FIGURES
8. Classic Rabbinic Perspectives- Michael Graves, Wheaton College, USA
9. Irenaeus - James R. Payton, Jr, Redeemer University College, Canada
10. Athanasius - Khaled Anatolios, Boston College, USA
11. Augustine - Jesse Couenhoven, Villanova University, USA
12. Thomas Aquinas - Frederick Christian Bauerschmidt, Loyola University, USA
13. Luther - Robert Kolb, Concordia Seminary, USA
14. Calvin - Randall C. Zachman, University of Notre Dame, USA
15. Schleiermacher - Kevin M. Vander Schel, Villanova University, USA
16. Kierkegaard - Sylvia Walsh, Stetson University, USA
17. Barth - Paul T. Nimmo, University of Aberdeen, USA
Part III: Dogmatic Issues
18. Original Sin - Ian McFarland, Emory Candler School of Theology, USA
19. Providence -Thomas McCall, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, USA
20. Freedom - Alistair McFadyen, University of Leeds, UK
21. Reason - Jason McMartin, Biola University, USA
22. Judgement and Wrath - Jeremy J. Wynne, Whitworth University, USA
23. Finitude and Death - Katherine Sonderegger, Virginia Theological Seminary, USA
24. Principalities and Powers - J. R. Daniel Kirk, Fuller Theological Seminary, USA
25. Structural Sin - Stephen Ray, Garrett-Theological Evangelical Seminary, USA
26. The Sinner and the Victim - George Hunsinger, Princeton Theological Seminary, USA
27. Christ - R. Michael Allen, Reformed Theological Seminary, USA
Index

Editorial Reviews

These diverse essays comprise an illuminating investigation into that question [what is sin?], searching the biblical roots of the vocabulary of sin, the doctrine's historical development, and its dogmatic implications ... A lucid venture into a difficult topic. This volume will serve as an excellent reference work not only for scholars, but for clergy as well.” —The Expository Times

“The Companion is admirably clear. This makes it a good reference tool for students of theology and for practicing pastors and ministers, as well as for the generalist member of the public interested in Christian and theological issues.” —Reference Reviews

“This volume of lucid essays presents a comprehensive account of the theology of sin in its biblical, historical, dogmatic and moral dimensions, and makes an original and distinguished contribution to the study of a central element of the Christian faith.” —John Webster, University of St Andrews, UK

“There is wisdom in a multitude of counselors, especially when you are considering something as absurd as sin. Johnson and Lauber have gathered the best of the best - these are the people you want to read on these topics! - and smartly asked them to write long essays on Scripture, major theologians, and perennial issues in the doctrine of sin. The long essay format invites, and delivers, essays that are new, lively, only sometimes in agreement with one another, but always learned, consistently probing and pondering the mystery of iniquity. This isn't only a companion, it's a guide.” —Matt Jenson, Torrey Honors Institute, Biola University, USA

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