The Christian Tradition: A Historical and Theological Introduction

Featuring an exceptionally lucid writing style and a holistic, integrated approach, The Christian Tradition: A Historical and Theological Introduction traces the history of Christianity across the world from its earliest origins up to the present. By connecting theological practices to historical developments, it helps students understand and appreciate how theological values and perspectives have grounded major figures and movements.

Revealing the many ways that tradition, history, doctrine, and practice are in constant dialogue, The Christian Tradition offers a fascinating and balanced introduction to Christianity.

PEDAGOGICAL FEATURES:

Numerous visual aids, including more than fifteen maps, keep students engaged

A master timeline at the beginning of the book and chapter-specific timelines provide historical context

"What to Expect" segments give students a preview of the major concepts covered in each chapter

Text boxes throughout offer in-depth looks at specific events, figures, and ideas

Key terms are bolded at their first appearance, listed at the end of each chapter, and reviewed in a comprehensive glossary at the end of the book

"Conclusions" sections at the end of each chapter remind students of the most important parts of the material they've just read

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• Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion
• The New American Bible (With the Revised Book of Psalms and the Revised New Testament)
• The Essential Writings of Christian Mysticism (Modern Library Classics)
• The Mole People: Life in the Tunnels Beneath New York City
• The Norton Anthology of World Religions: Christianity
• RB 1980: The Rule of St. Benedict in English
• Egyptian Myth: A Very Short Introduction
• Encountering Ancient Voices (Second Edition): A Guide to Reading the Old Testament
• Readings in the History of Christian Theology, Volume 2, Revised Edition: From the Reformation to the Present