The roots of William Tyndale's theology / by Ralph S. Werrell.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Werrell, Ralph S., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tyndale, William, -1536--Religion.

Tyndale, William.

Tyndale, William, -1536.

Theology.

Theology--History--16th century.

History.

Religion.

Physical Description:

195 pages ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

Cambridge : James Clarke & Co, 2013.

Summary:

In The Roots of William Tyndale's Theology Ralph S. Werrell draws on his close acquaintanceship with the writings of Tyndale to speculate about Tyndale's theological foundations. The common assumption that the Reformation started with Martin Luther has harmed research into the English Reformation and consideration of the theology of Tyndale in particular. The author shows that Tyndale was not influenced by the Continental Reformers to the substantial extent that academics have claimed, and that his theology was fully developed by the time he wrote the 'Preface' and marginal notes for his 1525 translation of the New Testament. In this volume the possible influences of many theologians on Tyndale's theology are considered, to reveal the primary importance of the thought of the Wycliffites and John Trevisa. The influence of the Church Fathers, of Luther, and the Erasmus and other humanists is examined in detail. The second half of the book outlines key areas of Tyndale's theology: the place of the sacraments, the doctrine of the Trinity, and church and state. The author emphasises the paramount importance of Tyndale's 'blood of Christ' doctrine and its effective role in creation, the Fall, and man's salvation. The Roots of William Tyndale's Theology is an original book that reveals a Tyndale who, while informed by the thought of his time, always sought to test his own theology and the theology of others against Scriptural truth. The volume will be of interest to those seeking a different perspective on the theology of Tyndale and the English Reformation. Book jacket.

Contents:

1 Introduction 15

Part 1

2 Lollardy, Trevisa, the Church Fathers and Tyndale 27

3 Tyndale, the Continental Reformers: Sola Scriptura 48

4 Erasmus and Humanism 62

Part 2

5 The Blood of Christ 83

6 God the Trinity: The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit - the Covenant 92

7 Creation, the Fall, and Man's Slavery 104

8 Man's Salvation 112

9 The Christian Life 126

10 The Sacraments 138

11 The Church and State 157

12 Conclusion 174.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

022717402X

9780227174029

OCLC:

827266757

Publisher Number:

99955078698