Oneness and Trinity

by David K. Bernard

A study of the doctrine of God in the early Christian writings after the Bible and before the Council of Nicea. It uncovers (1)historical evidence for Oneness beliefs during this time and (2)when and how the doctrine of the trinity developed.

Genres: Spirituality, Christian

169 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 24, 2011

Reviews

[Jeremiah P · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well researched. Provides many relevant quotations from early Christian writings. Unfortunately, some of his interpretations of those early Christian writings seem to be a case of the author seeing what he believes rather than believing what he sees. I still don't understand how an honest reader of the NT could think that Jesus meant to reveal modalism. An interesting and informative read nonetheless.

[Michael Siegel · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very thorough answer to the formulation of the doctrine of the Trinity and what the first church believed. Excellent use of scripture to support both sides of the argument, David K. Bernard gives the reader all the evidence to support Oneness theology as the truth and preached by the majority of believers in the first 300 years while the doctrine of the Trinity was the minority as opposed to popular belief. I give four out of five stars.

[Rex David ii · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well researched. Very informative. Tons of footnotes and resources that you can research on your own provided.

[Sara Woods · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well-researched and good information.

I enjoyed reading this historical account of the formation of the doctrine of the trinity. Dr. Bernard presents a balanced view of its origins.

[Lanelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book for learning about the origins of the doctrine of the trinity. It is based in research and includes many quotations from post-apostolic believers. Though it is a scholarly read, it is very insightful and affirmed my belief in the oneness of the Godhead.