Evangelical Dictionary of Theology, Second Edition: Biographical Entries

by Walter A. Elwell

Publisher:

Baker

, 1998

Overview

The biographical articles from this classic reference work are included in electronic form. They include individuals from all eras of history and from many countries. Entries are arranged alphabetically, from Peter Abelard to Ulrich Zwingli. Many entries include bibliographical references and focus on the individual's theological dimension. More than two hundred contributors represent a variety of diverse evangelical persuasions and national backgrounds.

Each entry features several paragraphs that summarize the accomplishments and beliefs of many of Christianity's most influential figures. The Evangelical Dictionary of Theology's biographical entries provide succinct information that is useful for any teacher of theologocial or ecclesiastical history. Each entry includes the credentials of the author that wrote that specific section.

Contents

Top Highlights

“He exposed the bankruptcy of nineteenth century Protestant thought and thus served as a corrective” (source)

“the beginning of neo-orthodoxy, or dialectical theology” (source)

“Barth rejected the Christian faith as a series of propositional truths” (source)

“ Barth’s view of Scripture is seen to be seriously flawed.” (source)

“man’s full acknowledgment that he is a decision maker” (source)

Product Details

• Title: Biographical Entries from Evangelical Dictionary of Theology
• Author: Walter A. Elwell
• Edition: electronic ed.
• Volume: 1
• Publisher: Baker
• Print Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subject: Theology › Dictionaries
• ISBNs: 0801002419, 9780801002410
• Resource ID: LLS:7.0.7
• Resource Type: Encyclopedia
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-10-07T20:24:01Z

About Walter A. Elwell

Walter A. Elwell, born 1937 in Florida, is an evangelical theologian and noted editor of several evangelical standard reference works. He is professor emeritus of Bible and Theology at Wheaton College where he taught from 1975 to 2003.