Petiprin
believes “the authentic teachings of the Christian faith are the
best means of human flourishing.” (Loc 133/2183) It is important to
understand the truth about God and relate to Him rightly. How do we
find that truth? The documents resulting from strife aim to present a
right view of God so that we might be in right relationship with Him.
Petiprin uses the frameworks of the historical Apostles' and Nicene
Creeds to identify the truths of the Christian faith. He also looks
at the heresies as he explores the development of doctrine.
This
is a good book to learn about the history of the development of
doctrine. Petiprin also explores the expression of Christianity
worldwide. He offers a broader view of the many aspects of doctrine
than one would find from a typical author. For example, he explores
theosis,
becoming like God, seen more in the Eastern Orthodox and Eastern
Catholic traditions. He also has an interesting section on icons.
I
found Petiprin's style of writing suitable for readers intellectually
inclined. For example, when was the last tine you read the word
eponymous? (Loc 336/2183) He delves into some Greek and historical
situations that scholars may appreciate more than the typical lay
person.
You
can read a sample here.
My
rating: 4/5 stars.
Andrew
K. Petiprin is a priest of the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee. He was
a Marshall Scholar at Magdalen College, Oxford, and also holds
degrees from the University of Pittsburgh and Yale University. He is
a regular contributor to the Living Church magazine and other
publications. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife and
their two children. You can find out more at
https://andrewpetiprin.com/.
New
Growth Press, 160 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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