From original sin to eternal life, the function of prayer to the role of the church, renowned theologian Keith Ward offers a comprehensive survey of the diversity of Christian thinking in this introduction to the world's largest faith. By presenting three different interpretations for over fifteen key doctrines, he invites anyone interested in the contemporary spiritual landscape to consider the Christian faith from a new and refreshing perspective.

The only introduction to Christianity which systematically compares its many different faces.

About the Author
Keith Ward is Professor of Divinity, Gresham College, London and Regius Professor of Divinity, Emeritus, of the University of Oxford. He is author of the best-selling /God: A Guide for the Perplexed/, also published by Oneworld.

Reviews
"An excellent book in the questioning Beginners Guides series. Examining all the key themes, and then comparing all the different Christian perspectives to these themes, make it a guide for those who like to think a little deeper on the issues." * Publishing News *
"[This] book is well ordered and clearly written and will quickly become a standard textbook." * Theology *
"An articulate presentation of diverse approaches to Christianity's central concerns ... highly recommended." * Library Journal *



Book Information
ISBN 9781851685394
Author Keith Ward
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Oneworld Publications
Publisher Oneworld Publications
Weight(grams) 227g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 15mm