T&t Clark Handbook of Christology - (T&t Clark Handbooks) by Darren Sumner & Chris Tilling (Hardcover)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

This comprehensive work collects more than 30 essays from leading biblical scholars and systematic theologians to explore the person and work of Jesus Christ in a generously interdisciplinary manner.

From research foundations and method to the doctrine of the incarnation, from the Trinity to the resurrection, and from Christ's temptations to his high-priestly prayer, these essays seek to engage constructively with Scripture, the history of Christian teaching, and modern proposals and debates. Together this international group of scholars engages such topics as: Christ's preexistence, his constitution as the God-human, his temptations and will, the hypostatic union, the prayer of John 17, the struggle in Gethsemane, kenosis, the two states and threefold office, Spirit Christology, impassibility and the cross, resurrection, and the diversity of the New Testament witnesses to him. This is an indispensable volume for the study of Jesus Christ in the subject's biblical, historical, and doctrinal contours.

Review Quotes

"This is an extraordinarily rich collection of essays by leaders in the fields of biblical studies, historical theology and systematics. The coverage of topics is impressively comprehensive, and not only introduces key themes in Christology but advances our understanding. This book is a must-have for any preacher or theologian who wishes to take the person of Jesus Christ seriously. I cannot recommend it highly enough." --Tom Greggs, Center of Theological Inquiry, USA

"The editors' decision to draw equally on the contributions of biblical scholars and theologians gives this Handbook a freshness in its exploration of Christological questions that is unmatched. Here, Scripture is not simply a source book of Christological data, but the deep waters that both uphold and nourish ongoing Christian reflection on the person and work of Jesus Christ." --Ian A. McFarland, Candler School of Theology, USA

"This is a really extraordinary book. The meatiness of its essays, the scope of its treatment, and the stature of its authors means that anyone working in Christology today will have to consult this volume. In an age of proliferation of handbooks, this is a handbook that truly requires attention." --Matthew Levering, Mundelein Seminary, USA

"Appearing aptly as it does near the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, this accomplished book draws together a wonderful array of scholarship in order to explore the many facets of Christology. Its particular commitment to integrating biblical and theological perspectives and approaches ensures the many and various essays into Christological doctrine gathered here will, for all their rich and valuable diversity, lead readers into the heart of the matter. This volume will prove to be an invaluable point of reference for students and scholars alike for years to come." --Philip G. Ziegler, University of Aberdeen, UK

About the Author

Darren Sumner is Affiliate Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary, USA.

Chris Tilling is Tutor and Senior Lecturer in New Testament Studies at St. Mellitus College, UK.