Praise for the Print Edition
… the most significant attempt at reconstructing the doctrine of Atonement in the last two decades… a thought-provoking challenge to all Christians.
—Christoph Schwobel
Taking the crisis of rationalism as his starting point, Gunton explores both the Christian doctrine of Atonement and the nature and working of theological language. He then considers the nature of metaphor, and argues that far from being an abuse of language, it is crucial to rational engagement with the world.
This is a well-written book which deserves a wide readership.
—Reform
Be sure to also check out the Colin E. Gunton Theology Collection.
Praise for the Print Edition
… a stimulating contribution to the contemporary academic debate on the doctrine of Atonement…
—Anvil
… clearly written and original contribution to the doctrine of Atonement…
—Theology Today
The Actuality of Atonement is of value to anyone trying to think honestly and seriously about the Christian faith.
—Grace Theological Journal
Additional Information
- Title: The Actuality of Atonement: A Study of Metaphor, Rationality and the Christian Tradition
- Author: Colin E. Gunton
- 222 pages
- T & T Clark, 1998
About the Author
Colin E. Gunton (1941-2003) was professor of systematic theology at King's College, London from 1969 until his death. He was appointed professor of theology in 1984 and then served as Head of the Department of Theology & Religious Studies from 1993-96. In 1992 Gunton delivered the Bampton Lectures at the University of Oxford and in 1993 delivered the Warfield Lectures at Princeton Theological Seminary. Together with John Webster, Gunton co-founded the International Journal of Systematic Theology.
Gunton is often cited as one of the most important British theologians of his generation. Just before his death, he was awarded the earned D.D. by the University of Oxford, where he had taken his three previous degrees. Also just before his death, King's College had decided to make him a fellow of the college, its highest honor, which was then awarded posthumously.
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