Thomas F. Torrance (Great Theologians) [Paperback]

Paul D. Molnar (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0754652297 | ISBN-13: 978-0754652298 | Publication Date: October 1, 2009

This book provides an important study of the theology of Thomas F. Torrance, who is generally considered to have been one of the most significant theologians writing in English during the twentieth century, with a view toward showing how his theological method and all his major doctrinal views were shaped by his understanding of the doctrine of the Trinity. Torrance pursued a theology that was realist because he attempted to think in accordance with the unique nature of the object that is known. In holding to such a methodology, he drew an analogy between theology and natural science. This book demonstrates how, for Torrance, God relates with humanity within time and space so that creation finds its meaning in relation to God and not in itself; this enabled him to avoid many theological pitfalls such as agnosticism, subjectivism and dualism while explaining the positive implications of various Christian doctrines in a penetrating and compelling manner. This book offers an important resource for students of theology and for scholars who are interested in seeing how serious dogmatic theology shapes and should shape our understanding of the Christian life.

Editorial Reviews

Review

' - Molnar's book remains an exceptionally cohesive and illuminating work. Without a doubt it is the most significant secondary work on Torrance's theology published to date, and should be considered an essential reference and study guide for anyone who intends to seriously wrestle with the theology of T. F. Torrance.' Scottish Bulletin of Evangelical Theology

About the Author

Paul D. Molnar is a Professor of Systematic Theology at St. John's University, New York.

Product Details

• Paperback: 382 pages
• Publisher: Ashgate (October 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0754652297
• ISBN-13: 978-0754652298
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,350,946 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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