Description
With the subject of the atonement of Christ currently attracting a plethora of polemical work, it can be easy to conclude that the debate is generating more heat than light. Atonement Theories presents an accessible and fair treatment of every school of thought on this subject to offer clarity for the beginning student, pastor, or researcher.
Ben Pugh significantly updates previous histories of the doctrine, providing analysis of some fascinating and highly significant recent developments. He also intriguingly highlights where aspects of this central message of Christianity might find a connection within contemporary culture. Atonement Theories empowers the reader to gain a working knowledge of current debates and the history behind them.