StarAstrologer - Books : The Story of Christianity: Volume Two - The Reformation to the Present Day
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Binding: Paperback
EAN: 9780060633165
ISBN: 0060633166
Label: HarperOne
Manufacturer: HarperOne
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 432
Publication Date: January 15, 1985
Publisher: HarperOne
Release Date: January 15, 1985
Sales Rank: 2421
Studio: HarperOne
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Beginning with the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century, this second volume of The Story of Christianity continues narrative history to the present. Historian Justo Gonzalez brings to life the people, dramatic events, and shaping ideas of Protestantism, Catholicism, and Orthodoxy during this period, keynoting crucial theological developments while providing fresh understanding of the social, political, and economic forces that influenced the formation of the church. In particular, the author notes recurring themes of unrest, rebellion, and reformation.
Gonzalez presents an illuminating record of the lives, impelling ideas, and achievements of such prominent figures as Martin Luther, Ulrich Zwingli, and John Calvin--movers and shapers in the emerging Protestant church. His biographical insights, in conjunction with vivid historical accounts, reveal how individual lives mirror and clarify core theological concerns and developments.
The interpretive overview of The Story ofChristianity includes a thorough and timely analysis of the growth and maturation of Christianity, including events in Europe, the United States, and Latin America--the latter an area too often neglected in church histories, yet increasingly vital to an understanding of Christianity's historical development, present situation, and future, options.
Gonzalez's richly textured study discusses the changes and directions of the church in the traditions of Protestantism, Roman Catholicism, and Eastern Christianity. The Story of Christianity covers such recent occurrences as the World Council of Churches, the Second Vatican Council, the movement toward Christian unity, and much more. It concludes with a thoughtful look at the major issues and debates involving Christians today.
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Great book and it is an easy reader. It is very helpful for the Reformation Period in Church History.
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This second volume of Justo Gonzalez III is more intriguing than the first one. This work renders to the reader an overview of many of the religious leaders and the times in which they lived, and how forces, both internal and external, shaped their theology. Dr. Gonzalez presents such historical figures as Luther, Zwingli, Cramner, Ignatius, Elizabeth I, as well as many contemporary leaders and the legacy they left they behind.
Why I enjoyed this book so much is that it provides the ... Read More
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When it comes to Christian history, it is quite easy to become overwhelmed. 2,000 years and much of it unknown to modern Christians, evangelicals and liberals alike. We are like children who have no knowledge of who we are because we have little information of where we came from.
Our schools have recognized that cultural diversity in the classroom is a good thing - instead of a flat, uniform mass, we are to see the contours and difficulties, the strengths and the weaknesses of a variety ... Read More
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This review is more of a continuation of the review for Volume 1. This book covers the turbulent years of the reformation and its aftermath. The Reformation triggered decades of relgious war between Catholic and Protestant and had ramifications across the western world. Gonzalez analyses these events and carries the history forward to the establishment of America (which has its own challenges).
Again, this book should be part of any interested person's reference library. It is well written ... Read More
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This is a very accessible, readable history, but it's extremely thorough, and useful for many applications. Highly recommended.
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