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"Neither the Spirit without the Flesh": John Calvin's Doctrine of the Beatific Vision: T&T Clark Studies in Historical Theology

Autor Dr Steven W. Tyra
en Limba Engleză Hardback – 21 feb 2024
This book claims that John Calvin developed "Greek" doctrines of the interim state of souls, resurrection, and beatific vision through his reading of ancient Christian sources like Irenaeus of Lyons. "Greek" had been a technical term in Western theology since at least the 12th century to denote heterodox eschatology. Thomas Aquinas had employed it in that sense, and early modern Catholics like Robert Bellarmine and Pierre Coton in turn applied it to Calvin. The book demonstrates that, in this respect at least, Calvin's opponents were correct: he was a "Greek." However, it questions whether that fact should lead modern theologians to dismiss him as a resource for contemporary reflection. Calvin's deep respect for and continuity with early Christian voices may serve as a positive model for theologians today, particularly in the Reformed tradition. By the same token, Reformed thinkers who seek inspiration from medieval scholasticism may find their relationship to Calvin complicated by the case presented here.
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9780567714497
ISBN-10: 0567714497
Pagini: 208
Dimensiuni: 156 x 234 mm
Greutate: 0.47 kg
Editura: Bloomsbury Publishing
Colecția T&T Clark
Seria T&T Clark Studies in Historical Theology

Locul publicării:London, United Kingdom

Caracteristici

Specifically contributes to the historiography of Calvin and the Calvinist tradition by drawing into question the neat lines of continuity that have been dominated the field since at least the late twentieth century

Notă biografică

Steven W. Tyra holds a PhD in Historical Theology from Baylor University and currently teaches history at Live Oak Classical School, USA.

Cuprins

Chapter 1Of Greeks and CalvinistsChapter 2"A Somewhat Archaic Conception" Chapter 3The Scholastic Consensus Chapter 4Calvin between the Radicals and Rome (1542-1545) Chapter 5Calvin and Vermigli Debate the State of Souls Chapter 6Calvin's Cosmic Gospel Chapter 7Calvin on the Beatific Vision Chapter 8"When Our Journey is Complete" BibliographyIndex

Recenzii

Steven Tyra's Neither the Spirit without the Flesh represents one of the most significant efforts at grappling with Calvin's eschatology that has been produced in decades. Always erudite and deeply grounded in Calvin's Latin and French, the work also manages to proffer a substantial contribution to systematic theology of the beatific vision. This boundary-crossing work, profoundly historical but bringing a necessary corrective to the disembodied theories of so many modern eschatological theologies, is an extraordinary effort that provides serious material for historical theologians, systematic theologians, and Calvin scholars; while also affording delights for those that complete the task.
In "Neither the Spirit without the Flesh": John Calvin's Doctrine of the Beatific Vision, Steven W. Tyra makes a major contribution to both Reformed and Catholic theology. Meticulously researched and written in clear and engaging language, this book presents to the reader a comprehensive review of the complex history of the doctrine of the Beatific Vision, beginning in ancient times and culminating in Calvin's view and its interpretation and importance for today. Dr. Tyra's impressive command of the sources is matched by an expert analysis of the issues. This volume fills a significant gap in Calvin research, and is a good read to boot. Highly recommended for all students of Calvin.