A Brief Theology of Revelation
Publisher: T. & T. Clark Publishers, Ltd.
Published: May 1999
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 144
ISBN-13: 9780567292933
Subjects: Religion - Theology; Religion; Christianity - Theology - Eschatology; Theology; Christian theology; Nature & existence of God; History
Description: This study seeks to re-examine important aspects of revelation which have received inadequate attention in recent years. Professor Gunton asks whether there is more to be said for the notion of Christianity as a 'revealed religion' than some of the more simplified recent treatments allow. He analyses the concept of revelation, illustrating its importance for understanding even beyond religious purposes. He contends that natural theology and natural revelation are distinct categories and examines why they are so often confused. He considers revelation in relation to scripture and tradition, and the nature of inspiration. In conclusion he provides an outline of a complete, modern theology of revelation. This is an important study for all those interested in questions about revelation and the nature of Christian theology.