Theological English: An Advanced ESL Text for Students of Theology

by Pierce Taylor Hibbs; Megan Reiley

Publisher:

P&R

, 2018

Overview

Are you a non-native English speaker who plans to study theology in English at an advanced level?

With thirty lessons covering the major genres of theology (apologetics, biblical studies, church history, systematic theology, and practical theology), Theological English invites you to develop your English skills while actively putting them to use.

• Build your skills in reading, listening, speaking, and writing English
• Reinforce your skills through relevant tasks and activities
• Explore answers to important biblical and theological questions

Drawing on the latest language-acquisition research, Theological English provides practical and effective activities in a Reformed theological context. Shaped and validated by student feedback over years of use, it is a sure guide to a complex subject—and one that will take you far in your studies.

Key Features

• Focuses on helping students to use theological English to communicate gospel truths
• Aligned with Reformed orthodoxy, as specifically expressed in the Westminster heritage
• Builds upon principles of language that are informed by Scripture

Contents

• Unit 1: Who Are We? (Apologetics)
• Unit 2: What Is Truth? (Apologetics)
• Unit 3: What Is Wrong? (Apologetics)
• Unit 4: How Is It Made Right? (Biblical Studies)
• Unit 5: Who Is Jesus? (Biblical Studies)
• Unit 6: Do We Still Need the Old Testament? (Biblical Studies)
• Unit 7: Where Have We Been? (Church History)
• Unit 8: How Are We Saved? (Systematic Theology)
• Unit 9: Where Does the Church Fit? (Systematic Theology)
• Unit 10: How Then Shall We Live? (Practical Theology)

Top Highlights

“Paragraph coherence is expressed by the order of the sentences and the signaled relationships” (Page 9)

“Language comprises three interlocking subsystems: grammar, phonology, and reference” (Page x)

Praise for the Print Edition

Students of theology around the world will benefit from access to this volume, which brings language and content together in ways that help students navigate the linguistic challenges of theological works and provides an introduction to a range of topics.

—Cheri Pierson, Associate Professor of TESOL Intercultural Studies, Wheaton College Graduate School

A compelling introduction to theology that effectively builds the reader’s mastery of the English language. Though marvelously useful for non-native English speakers, any budding student of theology will profit significantly from the language skills absorbed along this reverent theological pilgrimage.

—David B. Garner, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary

This book both helps to pioneer a field where few resources currently exist and sets a very high standard for other future efforts.

—Will Bankston, Editor, Thinking Theologically about Language Teaching

Product Details

• Title: Theological English: An Advanced ESL Text for Students of Theology
• Authors: Pierce Taylor Hibbs, Megan Reiley
• Publisher: P&R
• Print Publication Date: 2018
• Logos Release Date: 2020
• Pages: 364
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: English language › Religious aspects--Christianity--Study and teaching--Foreign speakers; Theology › Terminology--Study and teaching
• ISBNs: 9781629956022, 1629956023
• Resource ID: LLS:THEOLENGLISH
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-30T03:19:58Z

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