Christ's Eucharistic Presence: A History of the Doctrine

by Paul H. Jones

This comprehensive historical treatment of the doctrine of Christ's eucharistic presence breaks new ground for both Catholic and Protestant theology. An innovative method for discerning the meaning of this sacrament identifies four basic features as essential for eucharistic celebrations. These fundamental attributes are employed to interpret the church's unfolding understanding of the eucharist. Starting from New Testament texts, the church's major...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 082042174X
• ISBN13: 9780820421742
• Release Date: February 1994
• Publisher: Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der W
• Length: 264 Pages