A Theology For The Social Gospel (1917) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436559928)

A Theology For The Social Gospel is a book written by Walter Rauschenbusch in 1917. The book is a seminal work in the field of social gospel theology, which seeks to reconcile Christian faith with social justice and activism. In the book, Rauschenbusch argues that Christianity is not just a personal belief system, but a social and political force that should be used to create a more just and equitable society. He critiques traditional Christian theology, which he sees as too focused on individual salvation and not concerned enough with social issues like poverty, inequality, and injustice. Rauschenbusch proposes a new theology that emphasizes the importance of social action and the role of the church in promoting social justice. He argues that Christians should work to create a society that is more equitable, democratic, and compassionate. The book also addresses a number of specific social issues, including labor rights, economic inequality, and racial discrimination. Rauschenbusch argues that these issues are not just political or economic, but also deeply moral and spiritual. He calls on Christians to take an active role in addressing these issues and creating a more just society. Overall, A Theology For The Social Gospel is a powerful and influential work that has had a lasting impact on Christian theology and social activism. It remains an important text for anyone interested in the intersection of faith and social justice.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.

Author: Walter Rauschenbusch
ISBN-10: 1436559928
ISBN-13: 9781436559928
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 292
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d