The Apostles' Creed for Everyman

by William Barclay

Was published in England under the title the plain man looks at theapostles creed

Genres: Theology

384 pages, Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 1967

About the author

WIlliam Barclay was a Scottish author, radio and television presenter, Church of Scotland minister, and Professor of Divinity and Biblical Criticism at the University of Glasgow. He wrote a popular set of Bible commentaries on the New Testament that sold 1.5 million copies.

Reviews

[Rick Dugan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Probably one of the best books on the Apostles' Creed. Barclay provides a wealth of Jewish, Greek, and Christian background material to place each line of the creed in its historic context, while simultaneously appealing to patristic and contemporary commentary. He does well to try to present all views on the more controversial elements of the creed. The book is scholarly, devotional, and readable. For those who are more evangelical, they may be troubled by Barclay's low view of the virgin birth. Also, his presentation of the atonement is weak, which is why I give it only four stars.

[Daniel Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

William Paul Young suggested that I read this book, and I'm glad I did. Barclay isn't afraid to handle some of the more controversial passages in the Apostles' Creed. While all of his interpretations may not be accepted by Christians who hold to a more literal interpretation of the creed, Barclay's courage and creativity are both commendable. I'll be recommending this to friends in the future who ask questions about the Apostle's Creed.

[Troy Kramer · Rating 5 out of 5]

A reflective study on the Apostles Creed, and how it relates to Christianity today. Thoughtful and philosophical, it brings to life and explores the creed, line by line. Definitely worth a read.

[Steve · Rating 3 out of 5]

1967. OK. Goes in on a lot of Greek words.

[Russel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is truly an amazing book. It provides such powerful imagery with theological explanations of each statement in the Apostles' Creed. It is a very quick read.