Author : William G. Witt
Release : 2022-10-04
Genre : Religion
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 910/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Mapping Atonement by : William G. Witt
Download or read book Mapping Atonement written by William G. Witt. This book was released on 2022-10-04. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This introduction traces the origins, development, and divergent streams of atonement theology throughout the Christian tradition and proposes key criteria by which we can assess their value. The authors introduce essential biblical terms, texts, and concepts of atonement; identify significant historical figures, texts, and topics; and show how various atonement paradigms are expressed in their respective church traditions. The book also surveys current "hot topics" in evangelical atonement theology and evaluates strengths and weaknesses of competing understandings of atonement.