The Theology of Polyphony
Essays for David Fergusson
Dr Joanna Leidenhag editor Professor Paul T Nimmo editor Professor Oliver Crisp editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:17th Sep '26
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A collection of essays from distinguished scholars exploring the theology of polyphony.
What does it mean to speak and write theology from different perspectives and in different voices?
This volume presents a wide variety of perspectives on this perennial question, ranging from biblical and historical through literary and musical to theological and practical, and its contributors represent a range of confessional standpoints.
The essays are in honour of Professor David Fergusson, one of the most significant teachers and researchers in contemporary systematic theology, formerly Chair of Divinity at Edinburgh and currently Regius Chair at Cambridge.
There is much striking, sometimes brilliant, and thought-provoking writing present [in this book], and whilst it will not appeal to fans of Palestrina, for anyone interested in how theology can remain both rigorous and multi-voiced, it is a valuable and enjoyable volume. * New Directions *
This is an extraordinary set of essays to honour an extraordinary theologian. David Ferguson’s contribution to the field of Theology is almost incalculable. The list of eminent scholars in this volume, offering original and insightful contributions to the field, is indicative of the breadth and depth of both Ferguson’s influence and his vision. There are few people in our field more deserving of this honour, and few collections of essays more exciting than this book. This is a must for every theologian and a quality of work to which we should all aspire. * Tom Greggs, Center of Theological Inquiry, USA *
ISBN: 9780567724793
Dimensions: 236mm x 164mm x 22mm
Weight: 560g
272 pages