The Essential Karl Barth: A Reader and Commentary

by Keith L. Johnson

Overview

Karl Barth is one of the most influential theologians of the 20th century. His work is considered essential reading for nearly every student of theology. Reading Barth's theology poses a challenge, however, because of the sheer size of his corpus, the complexity of his claims, and the distance between his context and the context of his readers. In this accessible introduction, a respected scholar in Barthian studies offers a one-stop resource on Barth's thought, providing a selection of his most important writings, critical commentary, and detailed introductory and concluding chapters.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781540964830
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	01/19/2021
Pages:	384
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Keith L. Johnson (PhD, Princeton Theological Seminary) is professor of theology at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois. He is the author or coeditor of several books, including Theology as Discipleship and Bonhoeffer, Christ and Culture.

Table of Contents

Contents

1. Introduction: The Life of Karl Barth
Part 1: Barth's Theological Development
2. The Epistle to the Romans
3. The Word of God as the Task of Theology
4. An Answer to Professor Adolf von Harnack
5. The Resurrection of the Dead
6. The Göttingen Dogmatics
7. The Holy Spirit and the Christian Life
8. Preface to Church Dogmatics I/1
9. Farewell
10. The Humanity of God
Part 2: Barth's Church Dogmatics
11. The Task of Dogmatics
12. The Word of God
13. Revelation and Faith
14. The Doctrine of the Trinity
15. The Missions of the Son and the Spirit
16. The Knowledge of God
17. The Reality of God
18. The Doctrine of Election
19. The Election of Jesus Christ
20. God's Decision for the World
21. Covenant and Creation
22. The Covenant Partner of God
23. God and Nothingness
24. God with Us
25. The Obedience of the Son of God
26. The Exaltation of the Son of Man
27. The Glory of the Mediator
28. The Scope of Salvation
29. Christian Community
Part 3: Barth's Political Engagement
30. A Brief Reminiscence of the 1920s
31. Sermon on Romans 15:5-13
32. The Barmen Theological Declaration
33. The Role of Christians in Wartime: A Letter to American Christians
34. The Community of Christians and the Community of Citizens
Conclusion: The Tradition of Karl Barth
Index