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An enduring theological classic now available in paperback. This
complete edition of Louis Berkhof's magnum opus includes both his
Introductory Volume to Systematic Theology and his classic
Systematic Theology. In his monumental treatment of the doctrines
of the Reformed faith, Berkhof covers the full range of theology in
traditional systematic fashion, examining the doctrines of God,
anthropology, Christology, soteriology, ecclesiology, and
eschatology. The result is a comprehensive work written in a
scholarly yet simple style. The foreword by Richard A. Muller
explains the relation and importance of Berkhof's prolegomena to
the rest of his systematic theology, while complete indexes,
thorough bibliographies, and questions for further study make this
edition ideal for students. Since its original publication in 1939,
Berkhof's Systematic Theology has remained the most influential
twentieth-century compendium of Reformed theology.
This textbook covers the history of hermeneutical principles, the
proper conception of the Bible, grammatical interpretation, and
historical and theological interpretation.
Louis Berkhof (1873-1957) is best known for his one volume
"Systematic Theology," that has gone through numerous editions and
been translated in numerous languages. Here we have the humble
genius of Berkhof in a small but priceless study on the subject
close to the heart of everyone concerned about eternity. In his own
words: "This little book is born of the conviction that the subject
of the assurance of faith deserves more attention that it often
receives in the present day. We are not living in an age in which
Christian certitude can be taken for granted. The enemy is exerting
himself to destroy the foundation which God has laid for our faith
in his excellent Word. Doubts respecting the most fundamental
truths of the Bible are rampant everywhere and are making inroads
in the Church of Jesus Christ. Question-marks are fast taking the
place of positive assertions of the truth. Such an atmosphere is
not conducive to the assurance of salvation, but threatens to rob
the Christian of this precious gem. It is hoped that this little
treatise may be of some service in the cultivation of assurance
especially among our rising generation."
Similar to the author's Manual of Christian Doctrine, this volume
offers a simpler and briefer presentation of Christian doctrine
geared especially to high school students. Technical terms and
detailed explanations have been avoided, and important Scripture
passages are printed in full. Review questions are included.
Introduction to the New Testament is designed for students and
general readers, and directs its readers toward a greater
appreciation for New Testament writings. This book includes an
extended analysis of literature on the New Testament, including
Berkhof's own appraisal of the most influential 19th century New
Testament scholars. Although Berkhof's subject is the Bible, his
pursuit is unapologetically theological: he aims to explain why the
church reads and honors the New Testament as the Word of God, and
to vindicate the claims of the canonical books against the
criticism of modernist skeptics. Lexham Classics are beautifully
typeset new editions of classic works. Each book has been carefully
transcribed from the original texts, ensuring an accurate
representation of the writing as the author intended it to be read.
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