The Cathedral of Theology: Principles of Christian Dogmatics (Pillars of Christian Dogmatics Series)

Laying the Foundation for a Classical Christian Theology

Good theology requires a firm foundation. But how can we lay a good foundation in our theological work? Moreover, what is theology and how does one do theology?

As the first volume in the Pillars of Christian Dogmatics series, The Cathedral of Theology is a work of prolegomena to establish principles for theology. This book takes an exegetical, historical, philosophical, and doctrinal approach toexplore:

what theology is
the necessary virtues for doing theology
the relationship between God's knowledge and human knowledge
revelation, both natural and supernatural
the relationship between faith and reason
the relationship of metaphysics to theology
principles of biblical interpretation
how to organize theology
the covenantal context for theology
the use of imagination
the boundaries of doctrinal truth and error
the pursuit of beauty
Using the metaphor of a cathedral, Fesko argues for the supreme importance of attending to the basis of the building before advancing the further work of building out walls, windows, and ceilings. With such topics in hand, his book offers the blueprint, prepares the site, and lays the foundation for a beautiful and lasting theological edifice.

The Cathedral of Theology serves as an ideal theology textbookfor students and also stands as a rich resource for scholars seeking to deepen their understanding of the foundational structures and enduring beauty of theological study.Read less