Berkouwer and Catholicism: Disputed Questions

By Eduardo J. Echeverria

Gerrit Cornelis Berkouwer (1903-1996) was a great master of dogmatic and ecumenical theology. He was a Reformed Protestant thinker, with roots in Dutch neo-Calvinism, a holder of the Chair in Dogmatics (1945-1974) at the Free University, Amsterdam, a position previously held by his two illustrious neo-Calvinist predecessors, Abraham Kuyper (1837-1920) and Herman Bavinck (1854-1921). Echeverria provides a much needed in-depth analysis and critique of his theology, particularly his evolving relationship with Catholicism in light of Vatican II. His contention is that Berkouwer's careful and nuanced examination of Catholic theology--as well as possible responses to his critiques--offers important clues for the contemporary ecumenical project.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9004245588
• ISBN13: 9789004245587
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Brill
• Length: 508 Pages
• Weight: 2.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.4" x 9.5"