Faith, Religion & Theology - A Contemporary Introduction
Product code :227251
ISBN :9780896227255
Author :Brennan R. Hill, Paul Knitter, & William Madges
Publisher :Twenty-Third Publications
Type :Books
This thoroughly updated text offers students and adults an overarching perspective. The "Faith" section focuses on the nature of human faith and Christian faith. The "Religion" section examines the personal and social value of religion, religious belief and behavior, and offers an overview of major world religions. The "Theology" section includes an analysis of the theology/faith relationship.
Suggested readings and study questions, excellent end notes and index add to the value of this edition.
1. Human Faith 2. Christian Faith 3. Human Development and the Growth of Faith 4. Faith and Social Responsibility 5. Religion- Why Bother? 6. Religion- What Is It? 7. Religions- Why So Many? 8. World Religions and Global Responsibility
Appendix: Jesus and Buddha: A Conversation 9. Understanding Theology 10. Theology and the Use of Scripture 11. Human Experience and Theology 12. Theology, Evil, and Violence