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An enlightening examination of how the pre-eminent 19th century theologian Friedrich Schleiermacher arrived at his position of universal salvation.
Eternal Blessedness for All?' shows how the acclaimed father of modern theology, Friedrich Schleiermacher, brilliantly approached this problem. It took many twists and turns of historical and philosophically minded analyses, however, for him to get to a theologically appropriate answer. This book unpacks those efforts in manageable form, based on a close examination of a pivotal 1819 essay, 'On the Doctrine of Election'; his masterpiece, 'Christian Faith'; sermons; and other related sources. Schleiermacher was the first modern theologian of stature to endorse the universal restoration of all humanity. This study also displays the historical, ecumenical, and doctrinal contexts in which his views were fashioned.
Eternal Blessedness for All?' shows how the acclaimed father of modern theology, Friedrich Schleiermacher, brilliantly approached this problem. It took many twists and turns of historical and philosophically minded analyses, however, for him to get to a theologically appropriate answer. This book unpacks those efforts in manageable form, based on a close examination of a pivotal 1819 essay, 'On the Doctrine of Election'; his masterpiece, 'Christian Faith'; sermons; and other related sources. Schleiermacher was the first modern theologian of stature to endorse the universal restoration of all humanity. This study also displays the historical, ecumenical, and doctrinal contexts in which his views were fashioned.
Price: $36.95
Pages: 292
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Inc.
Imprint: James Clarke
Publication Date:
30 January 2014
Trim Size: 9.02 X 5.98 in
ISBN: 9780227174302
Format: Paperback
This is an interesting read, with significant work done on contextualising many relevant topics surrounding Schleiermacher and his work on predestination and election. As such it would be relevant for anyone looking for an in-depth and detailed study of this topic, particularly those looking to set the range of relevant ideas and influences in historical context.
— Kris Hiuser
— Kris Hiuser
Foreword by David Fergusson
Preface and Acknowledgments
1 Introduction
Part One: Background and Context for Schleiermacher's Conception of Election
2 Theological Background: Protestant Confessions
3 Historical Developments in Prussia up to the Early Nineteenth Century
4 Correspondence and Publications Pro and Contra Church Union
Part Two: Schleiermacher's Exploration and Development of Election
5 Schleiermacher's Source Material
6 The Essay 'On the Doctrine of Election' and Its Reception
7 Election in Christian Faith
8 Schleiermacher's Sermons
Part Three: Schleiermacher's Account of Election in Context
9 Related Doctrines
10 Lutheran Concerns
11 Universal Restoration and Schleiermacher's Position
12 Appreciation
Appendix
Bibliography
Index of Names
Index of Symbolic Books, Confessions, and Catechisms
Preface and Acknowledgments
1 Introduction
Part One: Background and Context for Schleiermacher's Conception of Election
2 Theological Background: Protestant Confessions
3 Historical Developments in Prussia up to the Early Nineteenth Century
4 Correspondence and Publications Pro and Contra Church Union
Part Two: Schleiermacher's Exploration and Development of Election
5 Schleiermacher's Source Material
6 The Essay 'On the Doctrine of Election' and Its Reception
7 Election in Christian Faith
8 Schleiermacher's Sermons
Part Three: Schleiermacher's Account of Election in Context
9 Related Doctrines
10 Lutheran Concerns
11 Universal Restoration and Schleiermacher's Position
12 Appreciation
Appendix
Bibliography
Index of Names
Index of Symbolic Books, Confessions, and Catechisms