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The Imago Dei as Human Identity
Author | : Ryan S. Peterson |
Publsiher | : Penn State Press |
Total Pages | : 207 |
Release | : 2016-01-21 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781575064345 |
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Theologians and Old Testament scholars have been at odds with respect to the best interpretation of the imago Dei. Theologians have preferred substantialistic (e.g., image as soul or mind) or relational interpretations (e.g., image as relational personhood) and Old Testament scholars have preferred functional interpretations (e.g., image as kingly dominion). The disagreements revolve around a number of exegetical questions. How do we best read Genesis 1 in its literary, historical, and cultural contexts? How should it be read theologically? How should we read Genesis 1 as a canonical text? This book charts a path through these disagreements by offering a dogmatically coherent and exegetically sound canonical interpretation of the image of God. Peterson argues that the fundamental claim of Genesis 1:26–28 is that humanity is created to image God actively in the world. “Made in the image of God” is an identity claim. As such, it tells us about humanity’s relationship with God and the rest of creation, what humanity does in the world, and what humanity is to become. Understanding the imago Dei as human identity has the further advantage of illuminating humanity’s ontology. Canonically, knowledge of the contours and purpose of human existence develops alongside God’s self-revelation. Tracing this development, Peterson demonstrates the coherence of the OT and NT texts that refer to the image of God. In the NT, Jesus Christ is understood as the realization of God’s image in the world and therefore the fulfillment of the description of humanity’s identity in Genesis 1. In addition to its specific focus on resolving interdisciplinary tensions for Christian interpretation of the imago Dei, the argument of the book has important implications for ethics, the doctrine of sin, and the doctrine of revelation.
The Liberating Image
Author | : J. Richard Middleton |
Publsiher | : Brazos Press |
Total Pages | : 304 |
Release | : 2005-03-01 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9781441242785 |
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For two thousand years, Christians have been intrigued by the somewhat enigmatic Imago Dei references in the book of Genesis. Much theological ink has been spilled mulling over the significance and meaning of these words: "Let us make humanity in our image, according to our likeness . . . " In The Liberating Image, J. Richard Middleton takes on anew the challenge of interpreting the Imago Dei. Reflecting on the potential of the Imago Dei texts for developing an ethics of power rooted in compassion, he relates its significance to the Christian community's distinct calling in an increasingly violent world. The Liberating Image introduces a relevant, scholarly take on an important Christian doctrine. It will appeal to all Christians seeking to better understand what it means to be made in God's image.
Imago Dei Bible Study Book
Author | : Mike Cosper,Gospel Coalition |
Publsiher | : Lifeway Church Resources |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2019-02 |
Genre | : Electronic Book |
ISBN | : 1535936525 |
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Learn how to view the image of God in three different ways: biblically, relationally, and missionally.
Imago Dei
Author | : Thomas Albert Howard |
Publsiher | : CUA Press |
Total Pages | : 145 |
Release | : 2013-06-24 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9780813221434 |
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Imago Dei will serve as an indispensable resource for those wishing to deepen their grasp of the theological bases for Christian views of human dignity, as well as for those who believe that Christ's words "that they be one" (John 17:21) remain a theological imperative today
Understanding the Imago Dei
Author | : Fr Dominic Robinson |
Publsiher | : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd. |
Total Pages | : 216 |
Release | : 2013-06-28 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9781409481454 |
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As theologians across confessional divides try to say something significant about human dignity in our contemporary society, there is fresh interest in the ancient Christian doctrine that the human being is created in the 'imago Dei'. Theology is grounding responsibility for others and for the world around us in this common vision that the human being's infinite horizon lies in a divine calling and destiny. Robinson examines the 'imago Dei' debate through three giants of twentieth century theology - Karl Barth, Hans Urs von Balthasar, and Jürgen Moltmann. This is placed against a survey of the principle developments and distinctions relating to the doctrine in the history of Christian thought, which in itself will be valuable for all students of Theology. A fresh analysis of ecumenical contributions places the development of the doctrine in the context of the ongoing process of ecumenical dialogue on the dignity of the human person, with special reference to this theme in the first encyclical of Pope Benedict XVI, Deus Caritas Est. Whilst 'imago Dei' is the focus of this book, Robinson invites the reader to see its relevance to theology as a whole on a specifically ecumenical canvas, and relates directly to more general areas of theological anthropology, grace, salvation, and the relationship between God and the world.
Imago Dei
Author | : Ryan McKenzie |
Publsiher | : Little Seminary |
Total Pages | : 20 |
Release | : 2021-06 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 0736979522 |
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This board book, part of the Little Seminary series for little ones, explores the many ways we reflect God's image and are His representatives here on earth and the implications that has for our lives.
The Social God and the Relational Self
Author | : Stanley J. Grenz |
Publsiher | : Westminster John Knox Press |
Total Pages | : 372 |
Release | : 2001-01-01 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 066422203X |
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In this, the first of a six-volume contribution to systematic theology, Grenz creatively extends the insights of contemporary Trinitarian thought to theological anthropology. "The Social God and the Relational Self" is an example of theological construction as an ongoing conversation involving biblical texts, the theological heritage of the Christian tradition, and the contemporary historical-social context.