Barth for Armchair Theologians

by John Franke

Publisher:

Westminster John Knox

, 2006

Overview

This volume introduces readers to the life and thought of Karl Barth (1886–1968), one of the most important theologians since the Reformation. Featuring the Armchair series' characteristic whimsical illustrations, Barth for Armchair Theologians surveys Barth's theology as it emerges and culminates in his monumental Church Dogmatics as well as how his theology continues to be interpreted in the present day.

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Key Features

• Highlights the ideas and significance of Karl Barth
• Offers knowledge from field experts in a simple and playful presentation
• Features witty illustrations by Ron Hill

Product Details

• Title: Barth for Armchair Theologians
• Author: John R. Franke
• Series: W. J. K. Armchair
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox
• Publication Date: 2005
• Pages: 208
• Resource Type: Biographies, Introductions
• Topic: Karl Barth

About John Franke

John R. Franke is a Christiantheologian and is professor of theology at Biblical Seminary in Hatfield, PA. Franke received a BA from Nyack College, an MA from Biblical Theological Seminary, studied at Drew University, and received his D.Phil. from the University of Oxford.

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