Christology

Description

A new edition of Gerald O'Collins clear, balanced, and accessible guide to systematic Christology. Tackling the key theological questions at the heart of the Christian Faith, O'Collins draws on developments in recent scholarship to fully update his account.

• Newly updated edition of acclaimed textbook on Christology scholarship
• Mixes biblical, historical, philosophical, and theological material to present a comprehensive guide
• Clear thematic chapter structure to aid study
• Index of Names and Biblical Index provided

New to this edition

• Bibliographic references updated throughout and new material provided for six of the existing chapters including:
• Discussion of the use of 'near-death-experiences' and bereavement experience as analogies to the post-resurrection appearances of Christ
• Greater attention given to specific approaches to Christology including Luther's theology of the cross and liberation theology
• Dialogue with contemporary philosophical theologians to strengthen case for logical coherence of the Incarnation
• Richer discussion of the universal redemptive activity of Christ, and the place and possibilities of 'presence' as an organising category in Christology

About the Author(s)

Gerald O'Collins, SJ, Adjunct Professor, Australian Catholic University

Gerald O' Collins is Research Professor of Theology at St Mary's University College, Twickenham, and Honorary Adjunct Professor of Australian Catholic University. He has published, alone or with others, 47 books, including Jesus Our Redeemer, Salvation for All, and Catholicism (all OUP). Author of hundreds of articles in professional and popular journals, he has lectured at many universities and colleges in the British Isles, India, New Zealand, the United States, his native Australia, and elsewhere.

Table of Contents

1:Some Major Challenges
2:The Jewish Matrix
3:The Human History
4:The Resurrection
5:The Son of God
6:Lord, Saviour, God, and Spirit
7:To the First Council in Constantinople
8:Ephesus, Chalcedon, and Beyond
9:Medieval and Modern Christology
10:Divine and Human
11:Faith, Holiness, and Virginal Conception
12:Redeemer
13:Universal Redeemer
14:The Possibilities of Presence
Select Bibliography
Index of Names
Biblical Index

Reviews

Review from previous edition He uses a wide-angled lens, and allows many aspects of the subject to come within his field of vision. The treatment throughout is orthodox and ecumenical ... the book's virtue is its assured combining of biblical material with questions in systematic theology. In more manageable compass than other books in the field, it offers what almost amounts to a textbook, at least of the biblical stuff. - Church Times

In an age of academic fragmentation and discipline (sub)specialization, rarely does someone dare a comprehensive statement in a major area of research. It is therefore refreshing to find a work such as this. The scope of O'Collins' Christological accounting is breathtaking ... Carefully and lucidly written, the book is appropriate for anyone interested in Christology. This is a mature book from a seasoned scholar on an important subject. - Choice

Gerald O'Collins ... has written a splendid introduction to Christology. No doubt the fruit of many years teaching and reflection it will quickly, I am sure, establish itself ... as a standard text-book. His historical survey, Old Testament to the modern day is masterful, and particularly strong up to Chalcedon ... It is certainly a book I will be encouraging students to buy. - New Directions

Professor O'Collins is a distinguished modern theologian, whose work deserves the greatest respect...This is a volume for which all who are concerned with Christology will be grateful. - Journal of Theological Studies.