Calvin's political theology and the public engagement of the church: Christ's two kingdoms
In Calvin's Political Theology and the Public Engagement of the Church, Matthew J. Tuininga explores a little appreciated dimension of John Calvin's political thought, his two kingdoms theology, as a model for constructive Christian participation in liberal society. Widely misunderstood as...
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| Format: | Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Cambridge University Press
2018
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| In: | Year: 2018 |
| Edition: | First paperback edition |
| Series/Journal: | Cambridge studies in law and Christianity
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| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Calvin, Jean 1509-1564
/ Christo-centrism
/ Two kingdoms doctrine
/ Political ethics
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| IxTheo Classification: | KDD Protestant Church |
| Further subjects: | B
Calvin, Jean 1509-1564
B Christianity and politics B Church and state B Political Science |
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| Summary: | In Calvin's Political Theology and the Public Engagement of the Church, Matthew J. Tuininga explores a little appreciated dimension of John Calvin's political thought, his two kingdoms theology, as a model for constructive Christian participation in liberal society. Widely misunderstood as a proto-political culture warrior, due in part to his often misinterpreted role in controversies over predestination and the heretic Servetus, Calvin articulated a thoughtful approach to public life rooted in his understanding of the gospel and its teaching concerning the kingdom of God. He staked his ministry in Geneva on his commitment to keeping the church distinct from the state, abandoning simplistic approaches that placed one above the other, while rejecting the temptations of sectarianism or separatism. This revealing analysis of Calvin's vision offers timely guidance for Christians seeking a mode of faithful, respectful public engagement in democratic, pluralistic communities today. -- |
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| Item Description: | Includes bibliographical references and index Hier auch später erschienene, unveränderte Nachdrucke |
| ISBN: | 1107171431 |