Eucharist : a guide for the perplexed / Ralph N. McMichael.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

McMichael, Ralph N.

Series:

Guides for the perplexed.

T&T Clark guides for the perplexed

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Lord's Supper--History of doctrines.

Lord's Supper.

Lord's Supper--Catholic Church.

Lord's Supper and Christian union.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (173 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London ; New York : Continuum/T & T Clark, c2010.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

What is the Eucharist? This direct question would seem to yield an equally direct answer. However, as soon as we begin to answer it, we encounter an array of responses layered with various complexities. The answer is shaped by who answers, e.g. a Roman Catholic, an Anglican, or a Baptist. Perhaps, even the name 'Eucharist' would be contested. Answers to this question would reflect not only confessional differences but the spectrum of theological and liturgical perspectives across Christianity. One might emphasize the communal nature of the Eucharist, the presence of Christ for adoration, the

Contents:

Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Chapter 1: Tradition; Chapter 2: Presence; Chapter 3: Sacrifice; Chapter 4: Church; Chapter 5: Life; Chapter 6: Theology; Notes; Select Bibliography; Index

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9786612867866

9781282867864

1282867865

9780567058324

0567058328

OCLC:

676697127