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A thoughtful historical study of the origins and subsequent role of systematics in theological discourse, from the time of Church Fathers to the modern era.
When did 'Systematic Theology' as a branch of thinking come into being? What does it mean for theology to be systematic?
By examining and contemplating the works of prominent theologians and philosophers at various times labelled systematic, Heide not only outlines the methodological history of systematic theology but also provides a survey of the philosophical and theological discourse connected to the term 'system'.
Arguing that certain elements of system such as logic are not wholly free from programmatic intentions (vested interests), Heide takes issue with the lack of reference to external philosophical categories or language that he claims has unduly influenced the investigation and construction of theology since at least the second century.
When did 'Systematic Theology' as a branch of thinking come into being? What does it mean for theology to be systematic?
By examining and contemplating the works of prominent theologians and philosophers at various times labelled systematic, Heide not only outlines the methodological history of systematic theology but also provides a survey of the philosophical and theological discourse connected to the term 'system'.
Arguing that certain elements of system such as logic are not wholly free from programmatic intentions (vested interests), Heide takes issue with the lack of reference to external philosophical categories or language that he claims has unduly influenced the investigation and construction of theology since at least the second century.
Price: $29.99
Pages: 230
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Inc.
Imprint: James Clarke
Publication Date:
25 October 2012
Trim Size: 9.02 X 6.02 in
ISBN: 9780227680063
Format: Paperback
Gale Heide's Timeless Truth in the Hands of History demonstrates that not only does theology's content develop and change over time, its very method and systematic form does as well. And, of course, these two developments are not unrelated. Heide shows that an understanding of how the 'system' of theology should be conceived illumines just how theology's own content is developed at various stages in the history of theology. For those concerned with how theology has been done and should be done, this book will provide great stimulation and direction.
— Bruce A. Ware, Professor of Christian Theology, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky
... this book does offer some basic insights into many of the thinkers surveyed, particularly Kant and Hegel.
— Stephen Waldron
... an excellent introduction to the origins and uses of systematic theology. ... Heide carefully shows the nuances between different notions of system in different eras. What emerges is a helpful conversation partner in thinking about theological method.
— Aaron Edwards, University of Aberdeen,
— Bruce A. Ware, Professor of Christian Theology, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky
... this book does offer some basic insights into many of the thinkers surveyed, particularly Kant and Hegel.
— Stephen Waldron
... an excellent introduction to the origins and uses of systematic theology. ... Heide carefully shows the nuances between different notions of system in different eras. What emerges is a helpful conversation partner in thinking about theological method.
— Aaron Edwards, University of Aberdeen,
Introduction
1 Theological Induction in the Canon and Irenaeus' "Rule-of-Faith"
2 Is Origen the Archetypal Systematician?
3 Theology Becomes Politics: Constantine and the Nicene Council
4 Summary as System? Thomas and the Scholastic Method
5 Wycliffe in a Philosophical Mold
6 The Rigid System in Rhetorical Dress? Calvin's Construction in the Institutes
7 System with a Twist: Enlightenment Influences on Theology and Epistemology
8 Hegel's Pinnacle
9 Kierkegaard's Life of Faith and the Rejection of System
Bibliography
1 Theological Induction in the Canon and Irenaeus' "Rule-of-Faith"
2 Is Origen the Archetypal Systematician?
3 Theology Becomes Politics: Constantine and the Nicene Council
4 Summary as System? Thomas and the Scholastic Method
5 Wycliffe in a Philosophical Mold
6 The Rigid System in Rhetorical Dress? Calvin's Construction in the Institutes
7 System with a Twist: Enlightenment Influences on Theology and Epistemology
8 Hegel's Pinnacle
9 Kierkegaard's Life of Faith and the Rejection of System
Bibliography