Isaak August Dorner Collection (12 vols.)

by Isaak August Dorner

Publishers:

T&T Clark; Scribner & Welford

, 1861–1888

Overview

Nineteenth century Lutheran Church leader Isaak August Dorner traced the roots of doctrine in a way never seen before. In his major works, History of the Development of the Doctrine of the Person of Christ and A System of Christian Doctrine, Dorner presents historical evidence and philosophical proofs for Christian doctrine as they were understood in his time. He tracks important theological ideas back to their conception and identifies their contribution to Christian theology as a whole.

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Key Features

• Presents fair, unbiased Protestant history and doctrine
• Provides a unique, comprehensive history of Christian theological thought
• Gives accurate translations from the original German

Praise for Isaak August Dorner

Dorner’s critique still has its importance for the discussion on christology.

—Wolfhart Pannenberg, professor of systematic theology, University of Munich

Dr. Dorner was one of the profoundest and most learned theologians of the nineteenth century.

—David S. Schaff, professor of church history, Lane Theological Seminary

One of the greatest modern divines and teachers of Germany.

—History of German Theology in the Nineteenth Century

Product Details

• Title: Isaak August Dorner Collection
• Author: Isaak August Dorner
• Publisher: T&T Clark, Scribner & Welford
• Volumes: 10
• Pages: 5,822

About Isaak August Dorner

Isaak August Dorner (1809–1884) was a German theologian and professor. He was educated at the University of Tübingen and Maulbronn. He travelled widely throughout Europe, learning theology and pastoral ministry from his father during their travels. After writing History of the Development of the Doctrine of the Person of Christ, he was invited to teach at Kiel, where he continued to write. From there, he moved from university to university, teaching at Königsberg, Bonn, and Göttingen. His son, August Dorner, also became a theologian and church leader.