Contentio Veritatis: Essays In Constructive Theology

By Hastings Rashdall, Herbert Louis Wild, William Ralph Inge

Book Overview

Contentio Veritatis: Essays In Constructive Theology is a book written by H. Rashdall, a prominent philosopher and theologian of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a collection of essays that explore the nature of truth and the role of theology in constructing a coherent understanding of reality.The essays in Contentio Veritatis cover a wide range of topics, including the relationship between faith and reason, the nature of God, the problem of evil, and the role of morality in theology. Rashdall draws on a variety of philosophical and theological traditions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, to develop his arguments and insights.Throughout the book, Rashdall emphasizes the importance of constructive theology, which he defines as the process of using reason and evidence to build a coherent understanding of reality that is consistent with religious beliefs. He argues that this approach is essential for both believers and non-believers, as it provides a framework for understanding the world and our place in it.Overall, Contentio Veritatis is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the nature of truth and the role of theology in constructing a coherent worldview. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, theology, or the intersection of faith and reason.Six Oxford Tutors Including Rashdall, Inge, Wild, Burney, Allen And Carlyle. Contains Seven Essays As Follows: 1. The Ultimate Basis Of Theism (H. Rashdall). 2. The Person Of Christ (W. R. Inge). 3. The Teaching Of Christ (H. L. Wild). 4. The Permanent Religious Value Of The Old Testament (C. F. Burney). 5. Modern Criticism And The New Testament (W. C. Allen). 6. The Church (A. J Carlyle). 7. The Sacraments (W. R. Inge).This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162947292
• ISBN13: 9781162947297
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"