Church, State and Civil Society

by David Fergusson

Book Overview

At a time when secular liberalism is in crisis and when the civic contribution of religion is being re-assessed, the rich tradition of Christian political theology demands renewed attention. This book, based on the 2001 Bampton Lectures, explores the relationship of the church both to the state and civil institutions. Arguing that theological approaches to the state were often situated within the context of Christendom and are therefore outmoded,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521822394
• ISBN13: 9780521822398
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.8" x 8.5"