Hermeneutics of Doctrine

by Anthony C. Thiselton

Drawing on the resources of contemporary hermeneutical theory, Anthony Thiselton in this volume masterfully recovers the formative and transformative power of Christian doctrine. The past thirty-five years have witnessed major steps forward in the use of hermeneutics in biblical studies, but never before has hermeneutics made a comparable impact on the formulation of doctrine and our engagement with it. Indeed, no other book explores the interface between hermeneutics and Christian doctrine in the same in-depth way that this one does. Throughout the book Thiselton shows how perspectives that arise from hermeneutics shed fresh light on theological method, reshape horizons of understanding, and reveal the relevance of doctrine for formation and for life. Arguably the leading authority worldwide on biblical and philosophical hermeneutics, Thiselton has written widely acclaimed works in the areas of biblical studies and philosophical theology. His probing interaction in The Hermeneutics of Doctrine with numerous other great thinkers -- Gadamer, Ricoeur, Lindbeck, Balthasar, Vanhoozer, Pannenberg, etc. -- and his original perspectives will make this volume a valuable resource for scholars and advanced students.

Genres: Theology

672 pages, Hardcover

First published November 15, 2007

About the author

Anthony Charles Thiselton is emeritus professor of Christian theology at the University of Nottingham and a fellow of the British Academy. His recent publications include Approaching Philosophy of Religion, Discovering Romans, Systematic Theology, The Holy Spirit, and The Last Things.

Reviews

[Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thiselton is one of the leading scholars if hermeneutics. In first part, he discusses the nature if hermeneutics. In the second part, he applies his earlier discussion to doctrine, covering the primary loci of theology (e.g., Christology, eschatology). He discusses the hermeneutical contributions of such thinkers as Pannenberg, Moltmann, and Jungel (to name the few). Certainly much food for thought in this volume from a brilliant mind. Highly recommended.

[Minnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so excited about this book because Thiselton is not only a major academic but he also writes books that are quite accessible to the lay reader. So if I'm MIA for a while look for me behind this book :-)

[Wayne Larson]

Man, do I love Thiselton.