First published 2016
Contemporary theologians gather to examine how early Church Fathers understood Scripture itself. Fr. John McGuckin, Paul Blowers, and Michael Legaspi lead this scholarly investigation into patristic doctrine. The focus shifts from well-studied exegetical methods to the neglected question of Scripture's fundamental nature. Greek, Latin, and Oriental Church traditions provide the foundation for exploring how early Christians viewed the Bible as divine word. The theological vision of Fr. Georges Florovsky guides this effort to reconnect modern theology with ancient wisdom. Rather than merely cataloging historical interpretive techniques, these scholars probe deeper questions about Scripture's role in creation, revelation, and human salvation. The book offers theologians a pathway back to patristic understanding of biblical authority and meaning.
Genres: religion, christianity, church-history, theology, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: academic-investigation, scholarly-exploration
Period: Early Church, Patristic Era
222 pages · Kindle Edition · Fortress Press