Christian Political Theology in an Age of Discontent (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781532679346)

At a moment in which interest in political theology is rising, acceptance of a public role for religion is declining, and cynicism regarding both political and religious institutions is overflowing, this book investigates the possibilities and constraints of a Christian political theology that can meaningfully mediate Scripture, doctrine, and political reality. In critical dialogue with political theologians and political philosophers past and present, we explore the origins, meaning, and purpose of Christian political theology in an age of growing discontent with the once-impregnable liberal democratic order of yesteryear. Approaching politics as both art and science, this book lays a challenge at the feet of political theologians to offer a theological account of politics that is genuinely illuminating of political reality and efficacious for the faithful who seek to operate within it.

Author: Jonathan Cole
ISBN-10: 1532679343
ISBN-13: 9781532679346
Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
Language: English
Published: 05/16/2019
Pages: 146
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.39lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.32d