Theological dictionaries are foundational to any theological library. But until now there has been no Global Dictionary of Theology, a theological dictionary that presumes the contribution of the Western tradition but moves beyond it to embrace and explore a full range of global expressions of theology. The Global Dictionary of Theology is inspired by the shift of the center of Christianity from the West to the Global South. But it also reflects the increase in two-way traffic between these two sectors as well as the global awareness that has permeated popular culture to an unprecedented degree. The editorial perspective of the Global Dictionary of Theology is an ecumenical evangelicalism that is receptive to discovering new facets of truth through listening and conversation on a global scale. Thus a distinctive feature of the Global Dictionary of Theology is its conversational approach. Contributors have been called on to write in the spirit of engaging in a larger theological conversation in which alternative views are expected and invited. William A. Dyrness, Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen, Juan F. Martinez and Simon Chan edit approximately 250 articles written by over 100 contributors representing the global spectrum of theological perspectives. Pastors, theological teachers, theological students and lay Christian leaders will all find the Global Dictionary of Theology to be a resource that unfolds new dimensions and reveals new panoramas of theological perspective and inquiry. Here is a new launching point for doing theology in today's global context.
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"At long last we have at our disposal a dictionary on global theology that is truly global both in method and content. With contributions by 190 theologians around the world on subjects that are of global interest, the dictionary is an eloquent testimony to the fact that theology is no longer a Euro-American affair but has become a vibrant enterprise of world Christianity. Here you can hear, perhaps for the first time, all the theological voices that have resounded throughout the ecumene. With this dictionary, a new era in theological conversation has begun. The editors and InterVarsity Press are to be heartily congratulated for producing this splendid theological resource. Comprehensive in scope and lucidly written, with helpful bibliographies, the dictionary will be a must-have for every theologian and library for decades to come." (Peter C. Phan, The Ignacio Ellacuria Professor of Catholic Social Thought, Georgetown University )
"This dictionary represents an excellent survey of the current state of Christian theology, and moreover supplies a sound basis for thinking about coming changes in the shape of the Christian world." (Philip Jenkins, Edwin Erle Sparks Professor of Humanities, Pennsylvania State University )
"In a setting characterized by our increasing awareness of cultural diversity, few issues are more pressing for the practice of contemporary theology than embracing the contextual nature of all theologies, including our own. This is a landmark volume that serves to simultaneously decenter the assumptions and conclusions of modern, Eurocentric theological traditions from their place of cultural hegemony while inviting them into a new and vibrant conversation as a participant with other voices at the ethnic and global roundtable. This emerging dialogue has the potential to liberate the standard accounts of Western theology from their cultural captivity and to open up new and hopeful vistas of theological inquiry in the service of the local and global church. All those interested in the future of theology and the church will find this work to be an indispensable resource." (John R. Franke, Lester and Kay Clemens Professor of Missional Theology, Biblical Seminary )
"This landmark volume charts the rich interaction taking place between the local and the global in twenty-first-century theology. It is fresh, creative and fascinating. Unlike most dictionaries, it should be read cover to cover, and more than once." (Dana L. Robert, Truman Collins Professor of World Christianity and History of Christian Mission, Boston University School of Theology )
"The editors of the Global Dictionary of Theology have provided readers with a bridge to the theological perspectives that Christianity is offering early in the twenty-first century. The bridge to the past has not been destroyed but has yielded to the vibrancy and theological insight of the Global South. Christians, regardless of their context, now have a theological dictionary that acknowledges new and exciting theological pathways." (Byron D. Klaus, president and professor of intercultural leadership, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary )
"This dictionary represents an excellent survey of the current state of Christian theology, and moreover supplies a sound basis for thinking about coming changes in the shape of the Christian world." (Philip Jenkins, Edwin Erle Sparks Professor of Humanities, Pennsylvania State University )
"In a setting characterized by our increasing awareness of cultural diversity, few issues are more pressing for the practice of contemporary theology than embracing the contextual nature of all theologies, including our own. This is a landmark volume that serves to simultaneously decenter the assumptions and conclusions of modern, Eurocentric theological traditions from their place of cultural hegemony while inviting them into a new and vibrant conversation as a participant with other voices at the ethnic and global roundtable. This emerging dialogue has the potential to liberate the standard accounts of Western theology from their cultural captivity and to open up new and hopeful vistas of theological inquiry in the service of the local and global church. All those interested in the future of theology and the church will find this work to be an indispensable resource." (John R. Franke, Lester and Kay Clemens Professor of Missional Theology, Biblical Seminary )
"This landmark volume charts the rich interaction taking place between the local and the global in twenty-first-century theology. It is fresh, creative and fascinating. Unlike most dictionaries, it should be read cover to cover, and more than once." (Dana L. Robert, Truman Collins Professor of World Christianity and History of Christian Mission, Boston University School of Theology )
"The editors of the Global Dictionary of Theology have provided readers with a bridge to the theological perspectives that Christianity is offering early in the twenty-first century. The bridge to the past has not been destroyed but has yielded to the vibrancy and theological insight of the Global South. Christians, regardless of their context, now have a theological dictionary that acknowledges new and exciting theological pathways." (Byron D. Klaus, president and professor of intercultural leadership, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary )
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William A. Dyrness is professor of theology and culture at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is a former missionary and the author of several books, including The Earth Is God's: A Theology of American Culture, Learning About Theology from the Third World, How Does America Hear the Gospel? and Reformed Theology and Visual Culture.
Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen is professor of systematic theology at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California. He has published numerous articles in international journals of theology. His books include Pneumatology (Baker), Christology (Baker), Toward a Pneumatological Theology (UPA), An Introduction to Ecclesiology (InterVarsity Press), Trinity and Religious Pluralism (Ashgate), The Doctrine of God (Baker) and One with God (Liturgical Press).
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Juan Martinez is assistant dean for the Hispanic Church Studies Department and associate professor of Hispanic studies and pastoral leadership in the School of Theology of Fuller Theological Seminary. Among other topics, his research focuses on the history of Latino Protestantism, Latino Protestant identity, ministry in Latino Protestant churches, and Latino and Latin American Anabaptists.
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This book is new to me in more ways than one. First of all, I live in south Mississippi. I am isolated in my ministry. I minister in Mississippi and Louisiana, and do not venture out further very often. I do try to read widely, however. Never the less, I was unprepared for the variety of view points that would be available. I do know, however, it is well that we seek to examine the viewpoints of others. We are all limited in what we see in Scripture. No single individual has such a corner on understanding and enlightenment that he would not benefit from considering another's viewpoint. That is what this dictionary does for us.As one looks up various topics (I was surprised to see things such as business and human rights given articles in a dictionary of theology; but that is why this is given. These things are more important to some than to others. Thus, they must be considered, and we must consider why others count them as being important enough to put into a theological dictionary.) he will find that the editors sought to be fair and sympathetic in the ways that they portrayed the differences between the east and west in their ways and thoughts. Those differences are stated without harsh criticisms or condemnations. That is very good, in my opinion. Another thing that is seen is the fact of our limited perspective. We see the Scriptures through our cultural lens. There is no doubt of that. This book shows us other perspectives. Those perspectives may convert us, or they may solidify the beliefs that we already hold. Either way, this dictionary presents us with an opportunity to learn from others and the understanding to which their studies have led them. In looking over the dictionary there was one thing that stood out to me. The dictionary is by no means an exhaustive dictionary of theology, though it is quite large. There are no entries for election or predestination. At the same time, it gives quite a bit of space to the larger picture under the entry for reformed theology. In looking at baptism I was quite pleased to see that baptism in water and various viewpoints were presented as well as Holy Spirit baptism. I was glad to see almost eighteen pages given to Christology which addressed past controversies over the person of Christ as well as presenting an overview of present day perspectives that are existent in various parts of the world. In conclusion, this book is very in depth in its coverage of many topics. It does not nail down any certain view as dogma, however. The reader is left to form his own conclusions. Many of its topics relate to the various cultures and religions of the world. It is a book that will serve well in research libraries, seminaries, and the libraries of ministers who find themselves traveling much. It will also be useful to the one who desires to learn of the past and present differences in Christendom. While this book will probably not find its way onto the shelves of many American ministers, it is a book that will serve well those who are willing and ready to consider the studied opinions of others.
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Here is a contribution to the church worldwide--theology as it proceeds from theologians from all over the world systematizing the Bible's teaching incarnationally in each culture. It helps North Americans to see some subjects that are missing in our traditional Western theology texts such as African theology, Australian theology, Japanese theology. It also help us to rethink some of our approaches to varied theological categories.There is a wealth of information here for anyone ministering cross-culturally and theologizing cross-culturally. Obviously, the articles are influenced by each author and his cultural bias. Nevertheless, it is good to be forced to see things from another cultural point of view. I was surprised to not find an article on "church planting" and although the article on "Ecclesiology" was helpful it would been even more valuable to have mentioned the question of the starting of new churches under this category. Here is a welcome volume to doing theology cross-culturally and well worth its price.
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